We tried fish fingers, mochar chop, luchi aloo dum and a thali at Kolkata Beckons, a Bengali restaurant in Singapore’s Little India. The meal moved from crisp, shareable starters to familiar Bengali combinations, with the thali bringing several dishes together on one platter.
Fish fingers and mochar chop to start at Kolkata Beckons
The fish fingers arrived golden and crumb-coated, arranged on a banana leaf with sliced onion and a dip. They made an easy starter to share before we moved on to the Bengali snacks.
The mochar chop was a more region-specific choice. “Mocha” means banana flower, and Kolkata Beckons describes its chop as banana flower cooked with coconut and herbs, crumb-fried and served with kasundi. Its crisp coating and round shape made it look like a cutlet, but the banana-flower filling sets it apart.
Luchi aloo dum, a Bengali pairing
We also ordered luchi aloo dum at Kolkata Beckons. Luchi is a puffed fried bread; aloo dum is spiced potato curry. Together, they’re a classic Bengali pairing, with the luchi ready to scoop up the curry.
It’s a satisfying option to order alongside the starters, especially if you want to try a familiar combination rather than choose only individual snacks. The restaurant lists luchi and alur dum on its menu; check how the dish is served when you visit.
A thali with plenty to eat
The Bengali thali gave us a little of several things on one platter: rice, dal, vegetables, curry and crisp accompaniments. It offered variety in a single order and balanced the separate starters and luchi aloo dum.
For anyone new to Bengali food, a thali can be a useful way to explore a meal’s range. Here, it rounded out our spread with rice and sides alongside the more immediately recognisable fried snacks.
Visiting Kolkata Beckons in Little India
Kolkata Beckons is at 52 Race Course Road, Singapore 218563. Its menu features Bengali and Mughlai dishes, including mochar chop, luchi and alur dum. Check the restaurant’s current menu and contact details before visiting, as offerings can change.
Our meal brought together a crisp starter, a banana-flower snack, a bread-and-potato pairing and the variety of a thali. Kolkata Beckons is one place to consider when looking for Bengali food in Singapore’s Little India.
FAQ ideas
What did we try ?
We tried fish fingers, mochar chop, luchi aloo dum and a Bengali thali.
What is mochar chop?
It’s a Bengali snack made with banana flower. Kolkata Beckons describes its version as crumb-fried and served with kasundi.
Where is Kolkata Beckons in Singapore?
The restaurant lists its address as 52 Race Course Road, Singapore 218563.
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