Paani Poori

Panipuri, also known as gol gappa or puchka, is a popular street food in India that is loved by many. It is a crispy fried dough ball filled with a mixture of potatoes, peas, and spices, and served with a tangy and spicy water. Making panipuri at home can be a fun and rewarding experience, and in this recipe, we will show you how to make it from scratch. From the dough to the filling and the water, we’ll guide you through each step to help you create a delicious and authentic panipuri that you can enjoy with your family and friends. So let’s get started and learn how to make this mouth-watering delicacy at home!


Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup semolina flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • Water as needed

For the filling:

  • 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
  • 1/4 cup boiled peas
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • Salt to taste

For the water:

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp tamarind paste
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp chaat masala

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat flour, all-purpose flour, semolina flour, salt, baking powder, sugar, and oil. Mix well.
  2. Slowly add water, as needed, and knead the dough until it becomes smooth and pliable. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the boiled and mashed potatoes, boiled peas, cilantro, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Divide the dough into small balls and roll them out into small circles.
  5. Stuff each circle with a small amount of the potato filling.
  6. Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Gently place the stuffed dough circles into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides. Drain on a paper towel.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix together the water, tamarind paste, sugar, and chaat masala.
  8. To serve, take a fried puri and make a small hole in the center with your thumb. Fill the puri with the tamarind water and stuff some of the potato filling into it. Enjoy your homemade panipuri!

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