India Bhel Puri (Puffed Rice Snack)
Bhel puri, which originates from Mumbai, is arguably India’s favorite snack. Chaatwallah (chaat means "snacks," and wallah means "street vendor") bhel puri is easily assembled at home or at work. The basic ingredients are dry, including rice puffs, sev (deep-fried vermicelli made from chickpea flour), tamarind chutney, and ground spices. The “wet” version includes fresh chopped tomatoes and potatoes.
Recipe Servings: 4
Prep Time
35 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Kosher
Halal
Ingredients
- 3 cups (75 g) puffed rice
- ½ cup (75 g) sev
- ½ cup (73 g) peanuts (or pine nuts, cashews, or a combination)
- ½ cup (75 g) golden raisins
- 1 cup (325 g) diced boiled potatoes (pre-cooked and refrigerated)
- ½ cup (100 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 Tbsp (15 ml) fresh lime or lemon juice
- ¼ cup (60 ml) tamarind chutney
- 1 tsp (5 ml) sea salt
- Pinch of turmeric
Directions
- Combine all ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Mix well with your hands or a wooden spoon.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
If bringing bhel puri to a picnic or to work, separate dry from wet ingredients until ready to mix and serve.Copyright © 1993—2024 World Trade Press. All rights reserved.