Every evening you are left with a question of what to eat for light snacks so you don't feel full by dinner while at the same time you are not starved throughout the time. Of course, it has to be healthy and munchy too! What can we do then? Well, we have a solution to your worries!
Coming up with sev puri could be a great way to satiate your hunger while at the same time not worrying about being bloated till dinner time. If you are looking for some tips and easy-peasy steps to guide you into making sev puri, have a look at what we have for you!
What is sev puri_ At a glance?
So, if you have had sev puri at chaat carts before but are not sure about the exact composition of sev puri then let us tell you about it a bit! Sev refers to the fried gram flour (besan) vermicelli. Often these are flattened into a disc-shaped crispy wafer which is known as puri or papdi. Sev puri is a wonderful evening snack that most of us have already tried in shops and carts on our way home but it is time for you to make it at home now. No wonder these snacks turn out to be finger-licking good.
With the combination of spicy, sour, and sweet in a single platter, you can not deny a bite of this sev puri chaat.
Honestly, it is no big deal to make a platter of sev puri! You need a handful of ingredients, the chutneys, coriander, onions, etc and your platter of delectable snacks will be ready in no time. If you wish to make it more filling, add some boiled potatoes to the plate, and you are good to go.
What are the ingredients you will need to make sev puri
If you are going on a little shopping spree looking for the ingredients to make sev puri, here is a list that you can carry along with you!
- Puri or papdi- Well, you can not imagine making sev puri chaat with sev puri! We know it is pretty obvious but sometimes we miss out on the obvious and hence we had to include it in the list.
- Green chutney- If you want to enjoy a sense of freshness and a spicy hint in your sev puri then you have to try out this green chutney in your puri. The base is mainly made with cilantro and mint paste but it also contains ginger, garlic, and other condiments like chilis and salts.
- Sweet chutney- Some of us like it sweet and hence you should always keep a supply of sweet chutney, in case, anyone in the house needs it. This is mainly prepared with tamarind, sugar, jaggery, and dates.
- Red chutney- First of all, you will need some dried red chili paste to make this chutney come alive. This is a hot and bold chutney that gives a distinct flavor to one's sev chaat!
- Sev- These are vermicelli which is made with gram flour. Nice and crispy, your chaat is going to taste delightful especially if you have sev to keep you company.
- Veggies- Among the veggies, you will need tangy tomatoes, onions, and even a bit of cucumber to make your recipe turn out munchy and healthy. Trust us, the good part is coming up.
- Spices and herbs- For spices, you can go for something pretty basic! This includes a dash of chaat masala at the top. Black salt, coriander leaves, and a hint of lemon juice can create magical flavors.
Is there a difference between sev puri and papdi chaat
Many will say that sev puri and papdi chaat are the same thing but of course, they aren't! A close kin to each other but never the same thing. Sev puri is quite popular in Western India and Maharashtra whereas papdi chaat finds its popularity in Delhi and other North Indian states.
A papdi chaat is meant to be creamier and richer than a sev puri. The quantity of curd that is utilized is more. Additional ingredients like boiled chickpeas and crumbled aloo tikki are often included in papdi chaat which is generally not common to sev puri.
Assembling a sev puri chaat
Do you know what is the best thing about chaats? The major portion of making them includes assembling the ingredients and serving them on a plate. Of course, the chutney can be prepared in bulk beforehand so that you can enjoy sev puri anytime you want.
Garnishing can be done with coriander leaves! And some broken papdi crumbs! We can assure you this will be a showstopper at potlucks and gatherings. Don't be concerned about the plates, they will be empty in no time.