Bhel Puri
Bhel Puri is a delightful Indian street food made with puffed rice, sev, crunchy vegetables, tangy tamarind chutney, and spicy green chutney.A perfect snack or appetizer, it balances sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors, offering an exciting combination of textures—from crisp puffed rice to crunchy sev. Whether you're craving a quick snack or planning a party treat, this recipe will impress everyone with its vibrant flavors and easy preparation.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl – for mixing the ingredients
- 1 Knife (for chopping vegetables)
- 1 cutting board – for preparing the vegetables
- 1 spoon – for stirring and mixing the chutneys
- 1 serving plate or bowl – for serving the dish
- Measuring spoons – for accurately adding spices
Ingredients
- 2 cups puffed rice murmura
- 1/2 cup sev crispy chickpea noodles
- 1/2 cup boiled potatoes chopped
- 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup tomatoes finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves chopped
- 2 tbsp tamarind chutney
- 2 tbsp green chutney mint-coriander chutney
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp black salt
- 1/4 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Optional: peanuts pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the chutneys: If using homemade chutneys, prepare the tamarind chutney and mint-coriander chutney in advance. You can also use store-bought versions.
- Chop the vegetables: Finely chop the onion, tomatoes, and fresh coriander leaves. Set aside.
- Mix the base ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the puffed rice, sev, boiled potatoes, onions, and tomatoes.
- Add the chutneys and spices: Drizzle the tamarind chutney and green chutney over the mix. Sprinkle chaat masala, cumin powder, black salt, and red chili powder. Stir well to combine everything.
- Final touches: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves, a squeeze of lemon juice, and optional toppings like peanuts or pomegranate seeds.
- Serve immediately: To maintain its crisp texture, serve the Bhel Puri as soon as it’s assembled.
Notes
- Keep it crispy: Add sev just before serving to keep it crunchy. If you add it too early, it can become soggy.
- Customizations: Feel free to add fruits like pomegranate or apples for a sweet twist or switch up the chutneys to match your taste.
- Healthier options: Use less sev and skip the sugar in chutneys to make a lighter version. Adding more vegetables will boost the fiber content.
- Vegan options: Skip any dairy ingredients like yogurt if you prefer a vegan version. The chutneys and spices already provide plenty of flavor.
- Storage: Bhel Puri is best eaten immediately. If you have leftovers, store the components separately (puffed rice, sev, vegetables, chutneys) to maintain freshness.
