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Indian Delights Dominate Global Deep-Fried Rankings: Malai Kofta, Chicken 65, Papri Chaat Shine!
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News18•29-09-2026, 14:57
Indian Delights Dominate Global Deep-Fried Rankings: Malai Kofta, Chicken 65, Papri Chaat Shine!
- •Three Indian dishes—Malai Kofta, Chicken 65, and Papri Chaat—have been recognized among the world's top 50 deep-fried dishes by TasteAtlas.
- •Malai Kofta secured the 10th spot, celebrated as a traditional North Indian dish with fried potato and paneer dumplings in a rich, creamy sauce, often served at festivals and weddings.
- •Chicken 65, a South Indian fried chicken favorite from Chennai, ranked 32nd, known for its bite-sized, marinated chicken pieces, with its name's origin sparking popular theories.
- •Papri Chaat landed at 40th place, described as an unapologetically messy street-food hero featuring deep-fried papris layered with potatoes, black grams, dahi, and tangy chutneys.
- •The inclusion of these diverse dishes highlights the versatility of Indian deep-fried cuisine, extending beyond common snacks like samosas and pakoras.
Key Questions Answered
TasteAtlas' updated ranking features malai kofta, Chicken 65, and papri chaat among the world's top 50 deep-fried dishes.
Malai kofta secured the No. 10 spot on the list, combining fried potato and paneer dumplings with a rich, creamy sauce.
Chicken 65 originated in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and secured the No. 32 spot on TasteAtlas' deep-fried dishes ranking.
