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Shaped like slippers, these dumplings are stuffed with spiced meat or potatoes, wrapped in dough, and deep-fried to perfection—crispy outside, juicy inside
A video showcasing the making and eating of slipper-shaped dumplings at a Malaysian night market has captivated social media users. (Instagram/@truefacthindi)
Monsoon season is here, and so is the craving for hot pakodas with chai. While Indians enjoy classics like onion, chilli, and cauliflower, others love them too—with a twist.
In Malaysia, pakodas are given a special shape, adding a creative flair to the traditional snack. Videos of ‘chappal pakodas‘ being sold on Malaysian streets have recently gone viral on social media. These ‘chappal pakodas‘, or “caripap” and “curry puff” in the local language, are renowned for their distinctive shape and taste.
These dumplings, shaped like slippers, are filled with a mixture of meat (chicken, beef, or mutton), potatoes, onions, and local spices. The filling is wrapped in a thin layer of dough and deep-fried until golden and crispy, resulting in a crunchy exterior and a juicy interior. Some stalls even enhance the flavour by topping the pakodas with sesame seeds.
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The preparation of ‘chappal pakodas‘ is considered an art. Meat is finely chopped and marinated with local spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chilli. Onions, potatoes, and sometimes boiled eggs are added to the mixture. The filling is then encased in dough, shaped into slippers, and fried in hot oil. Adding to the creativity, some street vendors have begun making dumplings in playful shapes.
Recently, a video showcasing the making and eating of slipper-shaped dumplings at a Malaysian night market has captivated social media users. The video displays vendors shaping the dumplings into slippers and other imaginative forms, with people enjoying the unique street food. One user commented, “This is amazing! Such delicious food in the shape of slippers, Malaysia’s street food is amazing.”
The viral video has highlighted the diversity of Malaysia’s street food and attracted tourists eager to sample these unique dishes.
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