Party pani puri

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Party Pani Puri

Party Pani Puri is a delightful and popular Indian street food that brings a burst of flavors with every bite. This recipe combines crispy puris with a tangy, spicy, and refreshing mint-coriander water, along with a savory potato filling. Perfect for parties and gatherings, this dish is sure to impress your guests with its unique taste and interactive eating experience.

Serving Size and Yield

Serves approximately 6-8 people.

Preparation and Cooking Time

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

30-40 ready-made puris
2 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
1/2 cup boiled chickpeas
1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
Salt to taste
1/4 cup tamarind chutney
1/2 cup mint leaves
1/2 cup coriander leaves
2 green chilies
1-inch piece of ginger
1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 cups cold water
1/2 teaspoon black salt

Instructions

Prepare the filling by mixing the mashed potatoes, boiled chickpeas, chaat masala, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
Blend the mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chilies, ginger, roasted cumin powder, lemon juice, and a little water to make a smooth paste.
Mix the paste with 4 cups of cold water, adding black salt to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Assemble the pani puri by gently cracking the top of each puri to create an opening.
Fill each puri with a spoonful of the potato-chickpea mixture.
Add a small amount of tamarind chutney to each puri for sweetness.
Serve immediately with the prepared mint-coriander water on the side for dipping.

Additional Notes

For a variation, you can add boiled moong sprouts or finely chopped onions to the filling. Adjust the spice level of the mint-coriander water by varying the number of green chilies. If you prefer a sweeter taste, increase the amount of tamarind chutney.