On long train trips, what's the one station/dhaba food you actually buy that isn't just fried or sweet?
When you can't cook on a long Indian train journey, platform stalls and dhabas are the go-to—but they're full of pakoras and mithai. What's the one thing you reliably buy on a train or at a station that actually feels decent (fills you without making you sluggish)? Say the item and where you usually pick it up.
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Look for steam‑or‑boiled, protein‑and‑fiber combos that are filling without heavy oil. Good single buys: idli (or dosa without extra oil) from a clean South‑Indian stall; dhokla; hot moong‑dal cheela or khichdi/dal from a trusted dhaba; plain curd/yogurt or raita plus a banana. Prefer freshly hot‑cooked items, avoid cold salads/uncut fruit if hygiene’s uncertain, and pair with water to stay hydrated.