Bhel Puri – Indian Street Food
Summary
- Learn how to make delicious Bhel Puri, a popular Indian street food snack. This recipe combines puffed rice with various chopped vegetables, chutneys, and spices for a flavorful and crunchy treat. It's quick to prepare and perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
All Ingredients - Main Ingredients
- Puffed Rice (Murmura / Mamra / Kurmura) 6 cups
- Peanuts (Moongphali / Sengdane) - roasted & peeled 1/2 cup
- Boiled Potatoes - peeled & chopped 1/2 cup
- Tomatoes - finely chopped 1/2 cup
- Onions - finely chopped 1/2 cup
- Raw Mango (Kachchi Kairi) - peeled & finely chopped 2 tbsp
- Salt (or to taste) 1/2 tsp
- Red Chilli Powder (or to taste) 1/4 tsp
- Peeled Roasted Chana (Chickpea) 1/4 cup
- Masala Chana (Spicy Fried Split Chickpea) 2 tbsp
- Papdi / Flat Puri - crushed 4
- Chat Masala (or to taste) 1/2 tsp
- Spicy Green Chutney (to taste) some
- Red Garlic Chutney (to taste) some
- Sweet Tamarind (Imli) Chutney (to taste) some
- Nylon Sev / Thin Sev 2 tbsp
- Cilantro (Coriander) - chopped 1/4 cup
- Lemon juice (or to taste) 2 tsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pot
- Pan
- Mixing bowl
- Bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Tamarind paste?
- 1 tbsp lime juice + 1 tbsp brown sugar (per 1 tbsp paste)
- Pomegranate molasses (1:1)
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
No Lemon juice?
- Lime juice (1:1)
- 1/2 the amount white vinegar — In dressings, savory dishes.
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Roast Puffed Rice
Place 6 cups of puffed rice in a large pot or pan over low heat. Roast whilst mixing continuously until it easily crumbles when pressed, ensuring it's crispy. This usually takes about .
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
Transfer the roasted puffed rice to a large mixing bowl. Add 1/2 cup of roasted and peeled peanuts, 1/2 cup of peeled and chopped boiled potatoes, 1/2 cup of finely chopped tomatoes, 1/2 cup of finely chopped onions, and 2 tablespoons of peeled and finely chopped raw mango (kachchi kairi).
Step 3: Add Spices and Other Components
To the bowl, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt (or to taste), 1/4 teaspoon of red chilli powder (or to taste), 1/4 cup of peeled roasted chana (chickpea), 2 tablespoons of masala chana (spicy fried split chickpea), 4 crushed papdi (flat puri), and 1/2 teaspoon of chat masala (or to taste).
Step 4: Mix Well
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until everything is well combined.
Step 5: Add Chutneys and Fresh Ingredients
Add some spicy green chutney, some red garlic chutney, and some sweet tamarind (imli) chutney to taste. Then, add 2 tablespoons of nylon sev (thin sev), 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro (coriander), and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice (or to taste).
Step 6: Final Mix and Serve
Mix all the ingredients well and immediately. Serve the Bhel Puri onto a plate. Garnish with additional nylon sev, masala chana, raw mango, peeled roasted chana, peanuts, chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lemon juice, and one whole papdi. Enjoy your delicious Bhel Puri!
Pro Tips
• Roast the puffed rice on low heat until it crumbles easily when pressed to ensure crispiness.
• Adjust the quantities of chutneys and spices according to your taste preference.
• Serve immediately after mixing to prevent the puffed rice from becoming soggy.
Variations
• Add finely chopped cucumber or grated carrots for extra freshness and crunch.
• For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red chili powder or green chutney.
• Experiment with different types of sev or namkeen for varied textures.
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Bhel Puri – Indian Street Food
Cuisine
Indian · Street Food
Prep + Cook Time
20 Minutes
Difficulty Level
Easy
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