Indian street food videos might be hot, but the opinions they stir up? Even hotter.
Marrakech – Indian street food videos are stirring up a whirlwind of reactions across the internet, and it’s not just about the food.
A video shared by @foodandstreett on Instagram, featuring a Kolkata street vendor cooking eggs in Fanta, the fizzy orange drink, has taken social media by storm.
With an eye-popping 180 million views, this unusual recipe has certainly piqued curiosity
One amused viewer quipped, “Well, this is one way to make breakfast and a drink at the same time.”
Meanwhile, another expressed their disbelief, commenting, “I thought I’d seen everything until today. Fanta with eggs? Seriously?!”
In recent viral videos, Indian street food vendors (who are often both chefs and servers) have been caught in some rather questionable hygiene practices, sparking both amusement and concern online.
One video shows a chef mixing a variety of ingredients in a chaotic, messy setup, using bare hands to prepare a dish that no one seems willing to try.
In another, a man is seen with his feet in the very food he’s serving, leaving viewers shocked.
Other clips feature vendors washing their hands directly in the dish they’re cooking or serving food barefoot, further adding to the growing debate about cleanliness in street food culture.
These videos have sparked a range of reactions. While some viewers find them hilarious or part of the charm of street food, others are deeply concerned about hygiene standards.
In the Arab world, including Morocco, Indian street food videos have become a hot topic, sparking laughter, disbelief, and even concern.
Comments have flooded social media, with some humorously referring to these dishes as “last food” rather than “fast food,” implying that the unhygienic conditions under which the food is prepared could lead to disastrous consequences.
While these videos often showcase creative and unique food combinations, they’ve also highlighted questionable hygiene practices that have led to public scrutiny.
Street food vendors in India often work in chaotic, open-air settings with little regard for cleanliness, which contrasts sharply with the growing global awareness of food safety.
Some viewers are not only intrigued by the unusual combinations but also admire the speed and efficiency of the vendors.
These videos have become more than just a look into culinary practices – they’ve sparked discussions about cultural differences, food safety, and even the role of humor in social commentary.
