Normally, Eating In is reserved for creating at-home recipes similar to dishes at restaurants within the Beltway. But during a recent trip to New York City, I was introduced to an Indian street food that I found completely irresistible. I’m convinced that a similar operation in late-night Adams Morgan would bring both Amsterdam Falafel and the Jumbo Slice to their knees.

The long line outside the Kati Roll Company’s store front is an indicator that something more than worthwhile is happening through the doors. Inside, warm, buttery parathas encase various grilled meats, chutneys, and chilies. With the flip of a wrist, the man behind the counter stuffs a paratha and wraps it in aluminum foil to create the kati roll: protected from the elements, perfectly portable, and ready for the stumble home.

After an extensive search, I’ve been unable to find these treasures in the area. If you know where to find them, we’d love to hear about it in the comments below. But for now, I’m happy to make them at home.