Bengali Bhel Puri is a delightful variation of the popular street food, Bhel Puri. It incorporates a unique blend of flavors and textures, making it a tasty and refreshing snack. Here's a simple recipe for Bengali Bhel Puri:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups puffed rice (muri)
- 1 cup chopped boiled potatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onions
- 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup sev (thin gram flour noodles)
- 1/4 cup chopped raw mango (optional, for tanginess)
- 2 tablespoons tamarind chutney
- 1 tablespoon green chutney (coriander and mint chutney)
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Puffed puris or papdis for serving (optional)
- Instructions:
Prepare Ingredients:
- Boil the potatoes until they are tender. Peel and chop them into small cubes.
- Chop cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, and coriander leaves finely.
- If using raw mango, peel and chop it into small pieces.
Mixing Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine puffed rice, chopped boiled potatoes, cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, coriander leaves, roasted peanuts, sev, and chopped raw mango (if using).
Seasoning:
- Add tamarind chutney and green chutney to the mixture. Adjust the quantity according to your taste preferences.
- Sprinkle chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, and salt. Mix everything well to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated with the chutneys and spices.
Serve:
- Garnish with extra sev, chopped coriander leaves, and a few roasted peanuts.
- Optionally, you can serve the Bengali Bhel Puri in puffed puris or papdis for a unique presentation.
Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful flavors of Bengali Bhel Puri!
Feel free to adjust the quantity of chutneys, spices, and other ingredients based on your personal taste preferences. This Bengali version of Bhel Puri offers a tangy, spicy, and crunchy experience that's sure to be a hit.