| Homemade Bhel Puri |
Bhel puri is a beloved Indian street food that combines crispy pu... |
Indian, snack, street food, vegetarian, gluten-free, spicy, savory, quick, authentic, Mumbai |
{"title":"Homemade Bhel Puri","description":"Bhel puri is a beloved Indian street food that combines crispy puffed rice with an assortment of chutneys, vegetables, and toppings to create a flavor-packed, addictive snack. This recipe includes instructions for making three chutneys from scratch, ensuring a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.","short_description":"Crispy puffed rice snack with chutneys and sev.","full_ingredient_list":["2 cups puffed rice","2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped","3 to 4 tablespoons tomatoes, ripe and firm, chopped","3 to 4 tablespoons boiled potato, cubed (1 small)","2 tablespoons coriander leaves, finely chopped","1 green chili, chopped","2 tablespoons roasted peanuts","10 papdis","1\/4 cup nylon sev (thin sev or farsan)","1\/2 to 3\/4 teaspoon chaat masala (or amchur powder or lemon juice)","1 to 2 pinches salt","1 tablespoon green chutney","2 to 3 tablespoons tamarind paste","3 to 4 tablespoons jaggery","1\/4 teaspoon red chili powder","1\/4 teaspoon salt","1\/2 teaspoon roasted jeera powder","1\/8 teaspoon ginger powder","1\/8 teaspoon fennel powder","4 tablespoons water","1 1\/2 tablespoons red chili powder","4 to 5 garlic cloves","1 teaspoon sugar","1 tablespoon lemon juice","3\/4 cup coriander leaves","1\/4 cup mint leaves","1 to 2 spicy green chili","8 to 10 mild green chilies","1\/4 inch ginger","1\/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder","1 tablespoon roasted gram or peanuts or desiccated coconut","2 teaspoons lemon juice","2 tablespoons water"],"components":[{"name":"Tamarind Chutney","ingredients":[{"name":"tamarind paste","quantity":"2 to 3 tablespoons","preparation_notes":"or 2 tablespoons tamarind soaked in hot water"},{"name":"jaggery","quantity":"3 to 4 tablespoons"},{"name":"red chili powder","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon"},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon"},{"name":"roasted jeera powder","quantity":"1\/2 teaspoon"},{"name":"ginger powder","quantity":"1\/8 teaspoon"},{"name":"fennel powder","quantity":"1\/8 teaspoon"},{"name":"water","quantity":"4 tablespoons"}],"tools_and_equipment":["saucepan"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, jaggery, salt, red chili powder, ginger powder, fennel powder, cumin powder, and water.","tips":"Use store-bought tamarind paste if desired."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and then reduce the heat.","tips":"Simmer until the mixture thickens."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Cool the tamarind chutney completely before using."}]},{"name":"Spicy Green Chutney","ingredients":[{"name":"coriander leaves","quantity":"3\/4 cup"},{"name":"mint leaves","quantity":"1\/4 cup"},{"name":"spicy green chili","quantity":"1 to 2"},{"name":"mild green chilies","quantity":"8 to 10"},{"name":"ginger","quantity":"1\/4 inch"},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon"},{"name":"jeera powder","quantity":"1\/2 teaspoon"},{"name":"roasted gram or peanuts or desiccated coconut","quantity":"1 tablespoon"},{"name":"lemon juice","quantity":"2 teaspoons"},{"name":"water","quantity":"2 tablespoons"}],"tools_and_equipment":["blender jar"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Combine coriander leaves, mint leaves, spicy green chilies, mild green chilies, ginger, jeera powder, roasted gram, lemon juice, and water in a blender jar.","tips":"Adjust chilies according to spice preference."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Blend until smooth, adding more water if needed, to achieve a thick consistency.","tips":"Ensure chutney is thick to prevent soggy bhel puri."}]},{"name":"Red Garlic Chutney","ingredients":[{"name":"red chili powder","quantity":"1 1\/2 tablespoons"},{"name":"garlic cloves","quantity":"4 to 5"},{"name":"sugar","quantity":"1 teaspoon"},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon"},{"name":"cumin powder","quantity":"1\/4 teaspoon"},{"name":"water","quantity":"2 to 3 tablespoons"},{"name":"lemon juice","quantity":"1 tablespoon"}],"tools_and_equipment":["grinder jar"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Combine red chili powder, garlic cloves, sugar, salt, cumin powder, and water in a grinder jar.","tips":"Soak and de-seed dried red chilies for authentic flavor."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Blend until smooth and thick, adding lemon juice to balance the pungent taste.","tips":"Adjust salt and sugar as needed."}]},{"name":"Bhel Puri Assembly","ingredients":[{"name":"puffed rice","quantity":"2 cups"},{"name":"boiled potato, cubed","quantity":"3 to 4 tablespoons"},{"name":"onions, chopped","quantity":"2 tablespoons"},{"name":"tomatoes, chopped","quantity":"3 to 4 tablespoons"},{"name":"coriander leaves, chopped","quantity":"2 tablespoons"},{"name":"green chili, chopped","quantity":"1"},{"name":"chat masala","quantity":"1\/2 to 3\/4 teaspoon"},{"name":"roasted peanuts","quantity":"2 tablespoons"},{"name":"papdis","quantity":"10"},{"name":"nylon sev (thin sev or farsan)","quantity":"1\/4 cup"},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1 to 2 pinches"}],"tools_and_equipment":["mixing bowl"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Add crisp puffed rice to a mixing bowl with boiled potato, onions, tomatoes, coriander leaves, and chopped green chili.","tips":"Ensure all ingredients are dry to maintain crispness."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Toss gently and add tamarind chutney, green chutney, chaat masala, and red chutney a little at a time.","tips":"Be cautious with chutney to prevent sogginess."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Mix well to distribute chutney over puffed rice.","tips":"Taste and adjust chutney and salt as needed."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Add roasted peanuts, crushed papdis, and nylon sev. Gently stir.","tips":"Serve immediately for the best texture."}]}],"prep_time":"15 minutes","cook_time":"5 minutes","total_time":"20 minutes","servings":"2 to 3 servings","tags":["Indian","snack","street food","vegetarian","gluten-free","spicy","savory","quick","authentic","Mumbai"],"notes":"For authentic taste, ensure puffed rice is crispy and chutneys are thick. Serve immediately after mixing to enjoy the best texture.","background":"Bhel puri is a part of the iconic Indian chaat category, known for its explosion of flavors and textures.","nutrition":{"calories":"131","protein":"4g","fat":"5g","carbohydrates":"18g","fiber":"2g","sugar":"1g"},"serving_suggestions":"Garnish with additional sev and coriander leaves before serving. Enjoy with a chilled beverage.","storage":"Best consumed immediately as it tends to become soggy when stored.","dietary_info":["vegetarian","gluten-free"],"cooking_tips":["Keep ingredients dry to maintain crispness.","Adjust chutney quantities to prevent sogginess."],"variations":["Add chopped mango for a sweet twist.","Include pomegranate seeds for added flavor."],"ingredient_spotlight":"Puffed rice, the base of bhel puri, provides the crispy texture essential for this snack.","flavor_profile":{"sweet":5,"savory":8,"sour":6,"bitter":1,"umami":3},"geographic_region":"India","seasonality":"Year-round","sustainability_score":{"score":75,"details":"Ingredients are widely available and have a low environmental impact."},"occasion":"Casual snack","skill_level":"Beginner","cost_estimate":5,"recommended_pairings":["Chilled Lassi","Masala Chai"]} |
