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Bhel Puri

This no-cook Indian street snack features puffed rice, potatoes, roasted chickpeas, chutneys, and spices tossed together for a crunchy, tangy appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups puffed rice murmura
  • 2 medium boiled potatoes diced small
  • 1/2 cup roasted chickpeas bhuna chana
  • 3 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 2 tablespoons green chutney made from fresh cilantro, mint, green chili, yogurt, and salt
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup boiled peanuts crushed lightly
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup sev chickpea noodles, optional but recommended
  • 1 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons water to thin tamarind paste if needed

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowls for sauce and ingredients
  • Spoon for mixing and tossing
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Serving spoons or small bowls for individual servings

Method
 

  1. Gather and arrange all ingredients in small bowls within reach to ensure quick assembly and maximum crispness.
  2. Pour 2 cups of puffed rice into a large mixing bowl as the base component.
  3. Add the diced boiled potatoes and toss gently to distribute evenly, coating puffed rice with light starch.
  4. Stir in roasted chickpeas and crushed peanuts, mixing until the crunchy elements are well incorporated.
  5. Fold in the diced onion to spread the fresh, sharp bite throughout the mixture.
  6. Gently add pomegranate seeds, taking care not to crush them, so they burst with sweetness in each bite.
  7. Drizzle tamarind paste (thinned with water if needed) over the mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
  8. Season with chaat masala, red chili powder, and salt, then mix well to ensure even distribution of spices.
  9. Stir in the green chutney for herbal brightness and coolness that balances the tangy tamarind.
  10. Top with sev right before serving to maintain crispness, toss gently one final time, and serve immediately.

Notes

Assemble bhel puri no more than 10 minutes before serving to keep puffed rice crispy. Add sev at the last moment for maximum crunch.