pani puri recipe at home

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Introduction

Pani Puri is one of the most famous Indian street foods loved by people of all ages. In different parts of India, it is known by different names. In Mumbai, it is called Pani Puri, in Delhi it is called Gol Gappa, and in Kolkata it is known as Puchta. This crispy, tangy, spicy, and sweet snack is a favourite evening snack and is easily available on almost every street corner in India.

Pani Puri is made with crispy puri (small hollow balls), spicy mint water (panni), mashed potato filling, tamarind chutney, and chana. When you eat panni puri, it bursts in your mouth with spicy and tangy water, which makes it very delicious and exciting to eat.

In this article, you will learn how to make street-style panni puri at home step by step.

 Ingredients for Pani Puri

  • 1 cup semolina (rave)
  • 2 tbsp Maida
  • Salt – a pinch
  • Baking soda – a pinch
  • Water – to knead
  • Oil – for deep frying

For Pani (Spicy Water)

  • 1 cup mint leaves
  • ½ cup coriander leaves
  • 2–3 green chilies
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 2 tbsp tamarind pulp
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • Salt – as per taste
  • 3 cups cold water

For Filling

  • 3 boiled potatoes
  • ½ cup boiled chickpeas (chana)
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp red chili powder
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • Salt to taste
  • Tamarind chutney – 4 tbsp

 Step-by-Step Preparation

Step 1: Preparing the Puri

Take semolina, Maida, salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Mix well. Add water little by little and knead into a stiff dough. Cover the dough and keep it aside for 15–20 minutes.

After 20 minutes, roll the dough into a thin sheet and cut small circles using a small lid or cutter. Heat oil in a Kadia and deep fry the puris on medium flame. Press gently so that puris puff up. Fry until golden and crispy. Remove and store in an airtight container.

 Step 2: Preparing the Spicy Pani

Take mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger, and tamarind pulp in a mixer. Grind into a smooth paste. Add this paste into a big bowl. Add roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, lemon juice, salt, and cold water. Mix well. Keep the panni in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for best taste.

 Step 3: Preparing the Filling

Take boiled potatoes in a bowl and mash them. Add boiled chickpeas, chopped onion, red chili powder, chaat masala, and salt. Mix everything well. Your panni puri filling is ready.

 How to Make Pani Puri

Now take one puri and make a small hole on the top. Add 1 spoon potato filling inside the puri. Add a little tamarind chutney. Dip the puri into the spicy panni or pour panni inside the puri. Serve immediately and enjoy.

 Tips for Perfect Street Style Pani Puri

  1. Use cold water for panni to get street-style taste.
  2. Add Bondi in panni for extra taste.
  3. Puris should be very crispy, otherwise they will break.
  4. You can add sprouted moong instead of chickpeas.
  5. Add ice cubes in panni while serving.
  6. Tamarind chutney gives sweet and tangy taste, do not skip it.
  7. Serve immediately after filling puri.

 Different Types of Pani Puri

There are many varieties of panni puri available in India:

  • Mint Pani Puri – Made with mint and coriander water.
  • Hing Pani Puri – Asafoetida flavoured water.
  • Garlic Pani Puri – Spicy garlic flavoured water.
  • Sweet Pani Puri – Sweet tamarind water.
  • Raga Pani Puri – Filled with white peas curry.
  • Dahi Puri – Filled with curd, chutney, and Sev.

 Health Benefits of Pani Puri

Many people think panni puri is unhealthy, but if you make it at home, it can be healthy.

  • Mint helps digestion.
  • Tamarind improves taste and digestion.
  • Chickpeas are rich in protein.
  • Potato gives energy.
  • Spices improve digestion.

If you bake puri instead of frying, panni puri becomes healthier.

 Conclusion

Pani Puri is one of the most loved street foods in India. It is crispy, spicy, tangy, and sweet in taste. Making panni puri at home is very easy and hygienic. You can prepare puri, panni, and filling at home and enjoy with your family and friends.

Homemade panni puri is clean, healthy, and tasty compared to street panni puri. Try this recipe at home and enjoy delicious street-style panni puri.

when eat pani puri,add some tomato ketchup then eat.

 

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