ReceptnaptárSev puri (crispy Indian bites with potato and chutneys)
Sev puri is one of the most popular "chaat" snacks of Mumbai and Gujarat street food: tiny crisp puris, potato, chutneys, onion and crunchy sev. Sweet, sour, spicy and crunchy flavours collide in a single bite.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Toss the potato with salt, cumin and 1/2 tsp of the chaat masala.
- Arrange the puris on a plate in a single layer.
- Top each with a spoonful of the spiced potato.
- Drizzle over a little tamarind and coriander chutney, then scatter with the onion and tomato.
- Cover generously with sev, chaat masala and coriander, and finish with a squeeze of lemon.
- Serve at once while crisp, because the puri go soggy within minutes.
Source: Wikibooks Cookbook – Sev Puri (Crispy Indian Snack with Potato) (CC BY-SA 4.0), adapted and translated. This page is also licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Tips
- Assemble the puri at the last moment, or they will go soggy.
- The chutneys can be made ahead and kept in the fridge.
- Papdi puri is sold in Indian shops; it can also be baked at home.
- Let guests assemble their own, because once served they vanish in minutes.
Frequently asked questions
What is chaat masala?
An Indian spice blend (amchur, cumin, black salt) that adds a tangy, salty flavour to chaat dishes.
Is it vegan?
Yes, as it is.
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