Thinking about a trip to India? The big question is always: what are you going to eat? If you don't have any idea of where to start, let me tell you about the 10 best foods you would enjoy eating when in India.

Beyond the air-conditioned restaurants you will find the real deal. Roadside stalls, canteens, and carts run by hardworking men and women of India, who’ve been frying, and making these appetizing and satisfying dishes for decades.

Everywhere you look, the colors are very vibrant and the food tastes just as bold.

Do you know food here isn’t just fuel? It's a show, a daily ritual, and honestly, a lesson in how to live with zero fear. Are you ready to know about the 10 best local foods? You won’t want to miss out on these dishes on your trip.

1. Mumbai's Vada Pav:

If you love spicy mashed potatoes. This is a good meal for you. It’s a potato sandwich with garlic and chili. Shaped into a ball, coated in crispy batter, and fried. So yummy and straight up addictive. Want me to keep going?

2. Hyderabad Biryani:

This is not just rice. We're talking basmati rice, marinated meat, saffron, fried onions, mint, and enough secret spices to make you savor all the tastes. You know every mouthful is a party, and honestly, you’ll probably eat too much and regret nothing.

3. Dosa:

This dish is loved by south Indians , because it is crispier, tangier, and way more delicious.

The rice and lentils are fermented, it is cooked in a way that it looks perfect until crispy . Eat it with coconut chutney and sambar. Warning: It’s a really yummy food, you’ll want 12 pieces.

4. Pani Puri:

Do you know how you will eat this? Picture this: It is just like an original food challenge. These hollow crunchy shells are stuffed with spicy potato and dunked in ice-cold, tangy, herby water. You will shove the whole thing in your mouth. There’s no way to eat pani puri slowly, embrace the challenge.

5. Jalebi:

Have you ever seen bright orange dishes ? This food right here, is bright orange, crispy, and soaked in syrup. If you love crunchy, sticky, and sweet, it is perfect for you. And basically, impossible to stop eating. You can have it for breakfast.

6. Idli:

These are fluffy little steamed rice cakes from the south of India. So light, you’ll think you’re eating a soft cake. It also comes with a pile of chutneys and sambar. Seriously, if you haven’t had idli for breakfast, you’re missing out.

7. Rogan:

Very rich, this food is a Kashmiri lamb curry that is all about bold spices and the meat is so tender. The sauce is so good you would want to lick your plate (and I'm not judging).

8. Samosas:

This food is great. Golden and crunchy triangles stuffed with spicy potatoes, peas, and sometimes meat. It is sold almost in every corner, and it is for good reason. You can eat them hot or cold, it's up to you.

9. Fish Curry:

The people in Bengal, do fish like nobody else. They combine soft fish, mustard oil, and a variety of spices. Your taste buds will love it. If you love bold and strong flavors, this is a match made for you.

10. Gulab Jamun:

This is a fried dough ball, very tiny, and it is usually soaked in rose syrup. It is on every corner or street. They melt in your mouth, and make you want more. You’ll want at least three.