Pani Puri

Pani puris are the bomb. 💣 Figuratively and literally. Follow along our recipe and watch the magic unfold as you wow your guests with explosive tangy and crunchy goodness for Deepavali!​

Ingredients

Method

Puri
1. Combine all-purpose flour, semolina flour (Sooji), baking soda and salt in a bowl, whisk thoroughly.
2. Gradually add water while mixing to form a dough.
3. Once evenly mixed, knead the dough until smooth. Cover with cling wrap and let it rest for about 60 minutes.
4. After resting, roll out the dough and knead it into thin sheets. Then, use a round mould to cut into the round shapes.
5. Heat oil to 160°C. Fry the puri until they puff up and turn golden brown. Drain on a paper towel and set aside.

Potato Masala
1. In a pan over low heat, gently sauté the mixed dried herbs, curry leaves and sliced red chilies until fragrant.
2. Add in diced potatoes, chickpeas and water. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Sprinkle in turmeric powder and salt to taste. Stir well and continue simmering for another 5 minutes.
4. Lastly, add in chopped coriander. Mix well and set aside.

Coconut Yoghurt Chutney
1. Blend grated coconut, green chilli, ginger, and garlic in a blender.
2. Then, add tamarind water, 150ml yoghurt, sugar and salt. Blend into a smooth paste.
3. Pour the paste into a bowl and add the remaining 100ml yoghurt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
4. Over low heat, sauté the mixed dried herbs, dried chilli and curry leaves until aromatic.
5. Mix the sautéed ingredients into the coconut yoghurt mixture until well combined. Set aside.

Pudina Pani
1. Place mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilli, and water in a blender. Blend until a rich, vibrant green paste forms.
2. Pour blended mixture into a bowl. Add in dry mango powder, cumin seeds powder, black pepper powder, salt, and chaat masala. Stir well.
3. Gradually add in cold water and lemon juice. Mix well.
4. Lastly, add in boondi and gently mix.

Tamarind Pani
1. Combine tamarind water and sugar in a blender. Blend until well incorporated.
2. Pour blended mixture into a bowl. Add salt, white pepper powder, and cumin seeds powder. Stir well.
3. Gradually pour in 750ml of cold water, stirring continuously to achieve a smooth mixture.
4. Lastly, add in boondi and gently mix.