Jhal muri recipe

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 Jhal Muri is a popular street food snack from West Bengal, India. It is a savory mixture of puffed rice, vegetables, spices, and chutneys. Here's a recipe to make Jhal Muri:



Ingredients:

  • 4 cups puffed rice
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped raw mango (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped coriander leaves
  • 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts
  • 2 tablespoons roasted chickpeas (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon mustard oil (can be substituted with any other cooking oil)
  • 1 tablespoon tamarind chutney
  • 1 tablespoon green chutney
  • 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (optional, adjust to your spice preference)
  • Salt to taste
  • Lemon juice to taste

For garnishing:

  • Finely chopped coriander leaves
  • Sev (crispy noodles)
  • Grated coconut (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add puffed rice, chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, raw mango (if using), coriander leaves, roasted peanuts, and roasted chickpeas (if using). Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
  2. Add mustard oil to the mixture and toss it well to coat the ingredients evenly. Mustard oil adds a distinct flavor to Jhal Muri, but you can substitute it with any other cooking oil if desired.
  3. Add tamarind chutney and green chutney to the bowl. Toss the mixture gently to coat all the ingredients with the chutneys.
  4. Sprinkle roasted cumin powder, red chili powder (if using), and salt over the mixture. Squeeze some lemon juice on top.
  5. Mix everything together until all the ingredients are well combined and coated with the spices and chutneys. Taste and adjust the seasoning or add more chutney if desired.
  6. Garnish the Jhal Muri with additional chopped coriander leaves, sev (crispy noodles), and grated coconut (if using).
  7. Serve the Jhal Muri immediately in bowls or cones made of newspaper or paper cups.

Jhal Muri is meant to be enjoyed as a quick and light snack. It is a flavorful combination of textures and tastes, with the tanginess from the chutneys, the crunch from the puffed rice, and the freshness from the vegetables. Feel free to customize the ingredients and spice levels according to your preference. Enjoy the delicious Jhal Muri!

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