Bombay Bhel Puri!

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Bhel Puri, also known as Bombay Bhel Puri, is a popular Indian street food and snack that originated in the bustling city of Mumbai by street vendors in the mid-20th century. The name "Bhel Puri" is derived from two Hindi words - "bhel," which refers to the mixture of puffed...

Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
5min
Total Time
10min
Bombay Bhel Puri! recipe

Ingredients

3 Servings
  • 2cup
    puffed Rice (murmura)
  • 1/2cup
    Onions (chopped)
  • 1/2cup
    Potatoes (boiled & diced)
  • 1/3cup
    Tomatoes (deseeded & diced)
  • 1
    Green Chillies (finely chopped)
  • 4
    Papdi (Indian cracker)
  • 1/4cup
    Peanuts (roasted)
  • 1/2cup
    Sev
  • 1tsp
    Chaat Masala
  • 1/2tsp
    Chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2tsp
    Salt (adjust to taste)
  • 2tbsp
    Tamarind chutney
  • 2tbsp
    Green chutney
  • Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)

How to make Bombay Bhel Puri!

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the puffed rice, chopped onions, boiled potatoes, chopped tomatoes, and green chilli.

    Step 1.1: In a large mixing bowl, add the puffed rice, chopped onions, boiled potatoes, chopped tomatoes, and green chilli
  2. Break the papdi into small pieces and add them to the bowl.

    Step 1.1: Break the papdi into small pieces and add them to the bowl
  3. Add the roasted peanuts to the mixture.

    Step 1.1: Add the roasted peanuts to the mixture
  4. Sprinkle the chaat masala, chilli powder, and salt over the mixture.

    Step 1.1: Sprinkle the chaat masala, chilli powder, and salt over the mixture
  5. Drizzle the tamarind chutney and green chutney over the ingredients. Mix well.

    Step 1.1: Drizzle the tamarind chutney and green chutney over the ingredients
  6. Just before serving, add the sev to the bhel puri and mix. This will help to maintain its crispiness.

    Step 1.1: Just before serving, add the sev to the bhel puri and mix
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.

    Step 1.1: Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves

Tips & Tricks

  1. Bhel Puri is best enjoyed immediately after preparation as the puffed rice may turn soggy if left for too long.

  2. Adjust the spice levels and chutney quantities according to your taste preferences.

  3. Servings depend on the portion size served.

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