Pani Puri
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Pani Puri, a beloved Indian street food that’s a perfect harmony of crisp, tangy, and spicy flavors. This recipe captures the essence of traditional Pani Puri, featuring crispy puris filled with a flavorful stuffing of mashed potatoes, black chickpeas, and fresh coriander, paired with a chilled, zesty mint-tamarind water. Simple yet sophisticated, the recipe is a burst of texture and taste—crunchy, refreshing, and satisfying with every bite. Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or a fun snack night, it’s a quick-to-prepare treat that lets you savor the vibrant spirit of Indian cuisine right at home. Get ready to delight your taste buds with this crowd-pleasing, DIY-friendly street food sensation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces puri (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 medium boiled potatoes
- 0.5 cup black chickpeas (kala chana), soaked and boiled
- 0.25 cup coriander leaves, finely chopped
- 1 cup mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 0.5 teaspoon black salt
- 2 pieces green chilies
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups cold water
Instructions
Begin by preparing the spicy tangy water, also known as 'pani'. In a blender, combine mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, tamarind pulp, cumin powder, chaat masala, black salt, and regular salt. Blend these ingredients until you get a smooth paste.
Transfer the mint-coriander paste to a large bowl. Add 4 cups of cold water and mix thoroughly. Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or chaat masala if required. Add lemon juice for an extra tang. Chill in the refrigerator until serving.
For the stuffing, peel the boiled potatoes and mash them in a separate bowl. Add the boiled black chickpeas and chopped coriander leaves to the mashed potatoes. Mix well.
To stuff the puris, gently crack open the top of each puri to create a small hole. Carefully stuff each puri with a small spoonful of the potato-chickpea mixture.
Arrange the stuffed puris on a serving plate.
At the time of serving, pour or dip the prepared mint water into each puri, ensuring it is adequately filled with the tangy water.
Serve immediately to enjoy the delightful explosion of flavors that hits your taste buds with every bite.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
667 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 801 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 14.9 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 851 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
