Rasta Fuchka(Regular)
Price: $7
Also known as: Bangladeshi-style pani puri · Golgappa
The classic, street-style. Crispy shells with a savory filling and tangy tamarind water on the side. Fill, pour, eat in one bite.
Fuchka · Phuchka · Pani Puri · Golgappa
Fuchka in Dallas–Fort Worth
Bangladesh’s favorite street snack, and the Bangladeshi take on the pani puri and golgappa you may already love. Made the Dhaka way at Talk Jhal in Coppell.
What is fuchka?
Fuchka (ফুচকা) is a crisp, hollow shell, cracked open, filled with a savory filling and eaten with tangy tamarind water, all in one bite. In Bangladesh it’s sold from street stalls and carts, and it’s the snack friends share after school, after work, or on any evening out.
It’s social food. You order a plate for the group, argue about who can handle the heat, and order another plate.
One snack, many names
Versions of this snack are loved all over South Asia. They’re related, not identical: each region has its own fillings, water and style.
- Fuchka
- Bangladesh
- Phuchka
- Kolkata and West Bengal
- Pani puri
- Mumbai, western India and beyond
- Golgappa
- North India and Pakistan
Our fuchka
4 ways to have it, $7–$9. First time? Start with the Rasta, the classic street style.
Doi Fuchka(Dahi Puri)
Price: $9
Fuchka finished with doi (yogurt). Cool and creamy against the crunch and the tang.
Break-Up Fuchka(Naga)
Price: $8
Hot
The fiery one. For anyone who wants their fuchka to fight back.
Choto Pani Fuchka
Price: $8
Another way to do fuchka. Ask us at the counter how it differs from the classic.
How to eat fuchka
- Step 1
Pour
Spoon or pour a little tamarind water into the shell.
- Step 2
One bite
Put the whole thing in your mouth. Don’t nibble. It’ll fall apart.
- Step 3
Repeat, fast
Fuchka waits for no one. The shells are best while they’re crisp.
Fuchka for your event
Weddings, holud, office parties, birthdays. Fuchka is built for a crowd. Tell us about your event and we’ll plan it with you.
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Questions, answered
Where can I get fuchka in Dallas?
At Talk Jhal, 809 S MacArthur Blvd in Coppell, in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. We’re open Tue–Sun 5 – 10 PM · Closed Mon, and we deliver through DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats.
Is fuchka the same as pani puri?
They’re the same family: a crisp hollow shell, a filling and tangy water. Fuchka is the Bangladeshi version, with its own style and flavor. If you love pani puri, you’ll feel at home, and you’ll notice what’s different.
Is your food halal?
Yes. All of the food we serve at Talk Jhal is halal.
Is fuchka spicy?
It’s tangy first. Our Break-Up Fuchka is the one to order if you want real heat. If you’re unsure, start with the Rasta Fuchka.
What is doi fuchka?
Doi means yogurt in Bengali. Doi fuchka is fuchka finished with yogurt, the Bangladeshi cousin of dahi puri.
Find us in Coppell
Get your fuchka fix
All halal
809 S MacArthur Blvd
Coppell, TX 75019
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday – Sunday | 5 – 10 PM |