Pani Puri is a popular food item in India, Pakistan, and other South Asian countries. It is also known as golgappa, phuchka or puchka, bataasha, and gupchup in different regions. It is a street food that is sold in small stalls, especially during the evening or night-time. Pani puri is a snack that consists of a hollow, crispy shell called puri, which is filled with spicy, tangy, and sweet water called pani, along with a mixture of potatoes, chickpeas, onions, and chutneys.

The puri shell is made of wheat flour or semolina and is shaped like a small, round ball. The shells are fried in oil until they become crisp and then stored in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. The pani is made of a mixture of tamarind, cumin, mint leaves, green chili, and fresh coriander leaves. This water is prepared fresh daily to maintain the authenticity of the taste.

The filling is prepared by mixing boiled and mashed potatoes, boiled and mashed chickpeas, finely chopped onions, and a sprinkle of spices such as chaat masala and cumin powder. The chutneys used in pani puri can vary, depending on the region and personal preference. Usually, there are three types of chutneys: sweet chutney made of tamarind and dates, green mint chutney, and red chili garlic chutney. These chutneys add a burst of flavor and tanginess to the pani puri.

To enjoy pani puri, you start by taking one puri shell and making a small hole in the center with your finger. You then fill the puri with the potato and chickpea mixture and a drizzle of the chutneys. Finally, you dip the puri in the pani and put the whole thing in your mouth. The taste of the crispy shell, the spicy and tangy pani, and the flavorful filling all come together to create a delicious burst of flavours that makes it a mouthwatering snack.

In conclusion, pani puri is popular street food that is enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of the crispy shell, tangy water, and spicy filling makes it an irresistible snack. Pani puri is a must-try for anyone who visits India or other South Asian countries.

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To prepare panipori at home, needed ingredients list is here:

Ingredients:

1 cup Semolina (Sooji)

1/4 cup All-purpose flour (Maida)

1/2 tsp Salt

Water

Oil for frying

1 cup boiled potatoes, mashed

1/2 cup boiled chickpeas, mashed

1/4 cup finely chopped onions

1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves

1/2 tsp Cumin powder

1/2 tsp Chaat masala

Salt to taste

Tamarind chutney

Green chutney

Sev (crispy chickpea noodles)

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine semolina, all-purpose flour, and salt. Add water in small amounts and knead into a stiff dough. Cover with a damp cloth and keep it aside for 20-30 minutes.

In a pan, heat oil for frying. Meanwhile, divide the dough into equal portions and roll each portion into small puris.

Deep fry these puris in hot oil until they puff up and become golden brown. Remove and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

To prepare the filling, mix mashed potatoes, chickpeas, onions, coriander leaves, cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt in a bowl.

Make a small hole in the center of each puri using a finger. Stuff about 1-2 teaspoons of the filling into the puri.

Top it up with a drizzle of tamarind chutney, green chutney, and some sev. Serve immediately.

Panipuri is a popular street food in India and can be enjoyed as an evening snack or a party starter. Enjoy your homemade panipuri!