Andhra’s streets are alive with sizzling pans, spicy aromas, and colorful flavors. From fiery snacks to melt-in-the-mouth sweets, here are the must-try street food secrets.
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Pork with Sorrel
A rare Andhra delicacy, pork slow-cooked with tangy gongura (sorrel leaves). Local stalls serve it steaming hot with rice, and the sour-spicy punch is unforgettable.
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Araku Coffee & Bun
Morning markets in Araku valley are filled with the aroma of strong tribal-brewed coffee. Pair it with soft, fresh buns baked in local ovens — the perfect kickstart to the day.
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Pesarattu Omelette
A street favorite — green gram dosa (pesarattu) made crisp, then layered with an omelette, onions, and chilies. Served with spicy ginger chutney for that signature Andhra heat.
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Punugulu & Pesarattu Combo
Crispy fried gram batter balls (punugulu) paired with pesarattu dosa. Vendors serve them with coconut or peanut chutney — crunchy, fluffy, and addictive.
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Kodi Kura Biryani
Unique to Andhra’s streets: chicken curry (kodi kura) layered into fragrant biryani, often slow-cooked in clay pots. The ghee, spices, and smoky aroma pull crowds in.
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Pootharekulu
A paper-thin sweet that looks delicate as rice paper but melts with ghee and sugar. Made by hand in tiny stalls, it’s Andhra’s most artistic street sweet.