Curry Fish Balls
"Spongy, bouncy balls made of fish paste, simmered in a rich, mildly spicy yellow curry sauce and served on a skewer."
Logistics
Affordable
Vibe
Quintessential street food
Duration
5-10 mins
Best For
Quick snack
The Backstory
The undisputed king of Hong Kong street food. It is estimated that Hong Kongers consume millions of these daily.
Local Secret
"Look for vendors in Mong Kok or Sham Shui Po where the curry sauce is bubbling and thick; if the sauce looks like water, move on."
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