Welcome to India,
Here we are on the streets of Mumbai in search of a Indian snack, and also a type of Chaat. It’s called Bhelpuri, often identified with the beaches of Juhu in Mumbai. It is made out of puffed rice, vegetables and a tangy sauce. The recipe has spread to most parts of India where it has been modified to suit local food availability.
The Kolkata Variant of Bhelpuri is called Jhaal Muri. Jhaal Muri (Spicy Puffed Rice) is Bengali cuisine, a dry variant of Bhelpuri and is consumed after garnishing with onions, coriander and lemon juice. I think you are feeling hungry now. 😀
Bhelpuri and Jhaal Muri belongs to the food family of chaats, which are salty and spicy snacks sold on carts throughout India. Bhelpuri has a typically Gujarati (Gujarat) balance of sweet, salty, tart and spicy flavors, with different textures as well, including crispy and crunchy from the puffed rice.
Bhelpuri can be served in many ways, but it is usually served in a paper folded in the form of a cone and is consumed using a paper spoon or by the ‘papdi’ which is itself an edible component of the ‘Bhelpuri’. ❤
Jhaal Muri/Bhelpuri can beat the packet of chips which you take for snacks costing nearly same or even less with vibrant taste.
People in UK can try to find ‘Everybody Love Loves the Jhal Muri Express’ ran by Angus Denoon. Angus is bringing the Kolkata street food to your door step. You can search him on twitter @jhalmuriexpress
Shanti Restaurant in Surrey is another place to visit to have some taste of Indian street food. The restaurant has some fabulous dishes in there menu with different style and taste.
People in United States, especially in NYC can reach out ‘Desi Galli’ in Lexington,NY. Desi Galli has many Indian street foods available under one roof. You can try ‘Kathi Rool’ one of the most yummy food on Indian streets. 🙂
So, plan out for your next weekend with your family and friends to get some taste of Indian street foods nearby you. Hope you Enjoy it 🙂
Namaste ❤
Yum!!! Any place you an recommend in Southern California??
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‘Sakoon Restaurant – Mountain View, CA’ Hope it works out..!
Thanks for stopping by 🙂
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Thats up north. I do make my way there every now and then. I’ll give ut a try.
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I’ll give it a try. :-). Sorry accidently sent last reply. Fat fingers.
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Haha.. Maybe because of excitement 😀
No issue, Thanks for reading it 🙂
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I’ve had it-and love it!
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Woah, Looks yummy!! ❤
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Yes, It is 🙂
Thanks for pausing!
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Made my mouth water!! Good that I am in India 🙂
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Yea 🙂
Same Pinch 😀
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Mouth watering images and description made it fab …… can’t wait have it 😋😋
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Get two plates of it then 😛
Thanks for stopping by Neha 🙂
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Yummy
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😛 🙂
Yea.
Thanks for pausing shipra 🙂
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I love different cultures and food! Looks yummy! Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks 🙂
Thanks for stopping by 🙂
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Hi A,
Do you mind if I use your gorgeous pictures for a Facebook post about Bhel Puri? I’ll be happy to credit you of course…
Let me know if that’s ok!
Thanks,
Capucine
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Hi Capucine,
Yea.. you can surely use the pictures, no problem. There is no compulsion for crediting it or not. I’m happy that you read the post!
Thanks for pausing.. 🙂
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Thanks, I appreciate it!
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Looks like heaven, I am getting hungry, I need to visit India! 🙂
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😀
Yea, it’s very tasty!
Hope you visit soon. 🙂
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Me too, I hope to visit soon! 🙂
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Yummy post!! Feeling hungry now! 🙂
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Hehe.. I had some of it few days back! Was a good walk eating those. 😊😊 Hope your tummy finds peace soon.
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😀 😀
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