Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup puffed rice
- 1/2 cup chhundo (grated mango pickle)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped tomato
- 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 cup sev (thin fried noodles)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp chaat masala
- Salt to taste
- Red chili powder to taste
Special equipment needed:
None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, add puffed rice, chhundo, chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, and coriander leaves.
2. Add sev, lemon juice, chaat masala, salt, and red chili powder to the mixing bowl.
3. Mix all the ingredients well.
4. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: None
Temperature:
Room temperature
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 120
Fat per serving: 2g
Carbohydrates per serving: 22g
Protein per serving: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chhundo can be substituted with grated raw mango or tamarind chutney.
- Sev can be substituted with crushed papdi or crushed cornflakes.
Variations:
- Add boiled potatoes or boiled chickpeas for a more filling snack.
- Add chopped green chilies for a spicier version.
- Add chopped peanuts or cashews for a crunchy texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Do not add too much salt as chhundo already has salt in it.
- Serve immediately after mixing to avoid the puffed rice from getting soggy.
Storage instructions:
Chhundo bhel is best served fresh and should not be stored for long periods.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable
Presentation ideas:
Serve in a bowl or on a plate.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped coriander leaves or sev.
Pairings:
Chhundo bhel can be paired with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
If the puffed rice becomes soggy, add more sev or crushed papdi to add crunch.
Food safety advice:
Ensure that all the ingredients are fresh and clean.
Food history:
Chhundo bhel is a popular snack in Gujarat, India, and is a variation of the popular street food, bhel puri.
Flavor profiles:
Chhundo bhel is a sweet and tangy snack with a crunchy texture.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a snack or appetizer.
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Region: Indian