Vegetable Pani Puri

Vegetable Pani Puri is a delightful Indian street food featuring crisp puris filled with a spicy and tangy mixture of mashed vegetables and flavored water. This dish offers a burst of flavors and textures, making it a fun and interactive dining experience.

Ingredients

• Semolina - 1 cup
• All-purpose flour - 2 tablespoons
• Baking soda - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 1/2 cup (for dough)
• Oil - for frying
• Potato - 1 medium, boiled and mashed
• Green peas - 1/4 cup, boiled
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Pani (spiced water) - 1 cup
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix semolina, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add water to form a stiff dough.
2. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by mixing mashed potato, boiled peas, chopped onion, coriander leaves, chaat masala, lemon juice, cumin powder, and black salt in a bowl.
4. After resting, knead the dough for a minute and divide it into small balls.
5. Roll each ball into a thin circle (about 2 inches in diameter) on a floured surface.
6. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Fry the puris until they puff up and turn golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
7. To serve, take a puri, crack the top gently, and fill it with the vegetable mixture. Dip in the spicy pani and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, promoting healthy digestion.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from fresh ingredients.

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