Pani Puri — Easy & Authentic

Pani Puri is a beloved Indian street food, featuring crispy puris filled with spicy water and tangy fillings. It's a burst of flavors in every bite!

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Puri Ingredients

• 1 cup semolina (sooji)
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• Water as needed
• Oil for frying

Pani Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves
• 2-3 green chilies
• 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
• 1/2 tsp black salt
• 1 tbsp tamarind pulp
• Salt to taste
• 4 cups cold water

Filling Ingredients

• 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup boiled chickpeas
• 1/2 tsp chaat masala
• Salt to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: In a bowl, mix semolina, all-purpose flour, and baking soda. Gradually add water to form a smooth dough. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
2. 2Step 2: Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them into thin discs.
3. 3Step 3: Heat oil in a pan and deep fry the discs until they puff up and turn golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
4. 4Step 4: For the pani, blend mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, roasted cumin powder, black salt, tamarind pulp, and regular salt with cold water until smooth. Strain if desired.
5. 5Step 5: In a bowl, mix boiled potatoes and chickpeas with chaat masala and salt.
6. 6Step 6: To serve, crack the top of each puri, fill it with the potato-chickpea mixture, and dip it into the pani before eating.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Tip 1: Ensure the oil is hot enough for frying to get crispy puris.
• Tip 2: Adjust the spice level of the pani according to your taste.
• Tip 3: Serve immediately for the best texture.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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