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Published 18:55 IST, September 12th 2024

Chinese Street Vendor's Amritsari Kulcha Video Goes Viral

While the culturally vibrant city of Amritsar is world-famous for housing the Golden Temple, its equally popular among food lovers for its Amrtisari kulcha.

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Amritsar Kulcha in streets of China
Amritsar Kulcha in streets of China | Image: Unsplash

While the culturally vibrant and rich city of Amritsar is world-famous for housing the Golden Temple, its equally popular among food lovers for its Amrtisari kulcha. This soft leavened bread usually stuffed potatoes, and spices is considered a die-hard favourite for foodies across the south Asian nation.

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Love for Amritsari Kulcha 

This stuffed, buttery flatbread, filled with ingredients like potatoes, paneer, or mixed vegetables, has long been a beloved staple in India. Now, it appears that Amritsari kulcha's fame has crossed international borders, capturing the attention of food enthusiasts far from its birthplace.

The love for Amritsari kulcha's seems to have crossed countries as its flavours are gaining appreciation in the streets of China, garnering attention from social media users capturing the attention of food enthusiasts far from its birthplace.

The video, shared by the Instagram page Amritsar Is Live, showcases a Chinese street vendor preparing Amritsari kulcha with impressive skill. From rolling the dough to filling it with a savory mixture and cooking it to golden perfection, the vendor’s technique closely mirrors the traditional methods from Amritsar.

How are netizens reacting to it? 

The footage, which has garnered over 800,000 views, has sparked excitement among Indian food enthusiasts worldwide. Commenters on Instagram expressed their delight and curiosity. One user, Sukhpreet_Singh_0914, remarked, "Chlo kuch te changa khana sikha leya China waleya ne," reflecting a mix of amusement and appreciation. Another user, Priya Mehta, commented, "I hope this inspires more people to explore and enjoy the diverse flavors of Indian cuisine."

The video underscores how food has the power to bridge cultural divides and connect people globally, celebrating the universal love for delicious cuisine.

Updated 18:55 IST, September 12th 2024