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An all time favorite in the chaat category is Pani Puri (aka Gol Guppas or Puchkaas). You can’t have Puri without the Pani. How to describe a Pani of the Pani Puri fame? It is a mix that has depths of flavor. So when you put a Pani Puri in your mouth, it’s a burst of different levels of unbelieveable flavor. So the best way to optimize the space in your stomach is to start with Pani-Puri and then layer it with another chaat item and then alternate with pani-puri and ofcourse you have to end it off with Pani Puri!
A lot of the ingredients are to taste and you can make it spicer or milder. After a round of Pani with the Puris, make sure you have some pani by itself – absolute bliss!
Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: -
Makes: 8 cups
Ingredients:
Water – 7 cups
Warm Water – 1 cup
Tamarind – lemon size chunk
Cilantro (Coriander Leaves) – 10 sprigs
Fresh Mint – handful
Green Chili – to taste
Salt – 1 tsp
Dry Mango Powder (Amchur) – 1 tsp
Roasted Cumin Powder – 2 tsp
Pani Puri Masala – 3 tbsp
Black Salt (Kala Namak) – 1 tsp
Lemon or Lime Juice – 2 tbsp
Accompniments:
Puri – check out our video
Tamarind Chutney – check out our video
Boiled Potatoes – peeled & cubed
Kala Channa – boiled
Sprouted Mung – optional, check out our video
Method:
1. Soak the Tamarind in the warm water for 15-20 min.
2. Mash with fingers and seperate the pulp from the fibers and seeds.
3. Blend the Cliantro, Mint and the Green Chili with a little bit of Water.
4. Add to the Balance of the Water.
5. Strain the Tamarind pulp and add to water.
6. Add in the balance of the ingredients.
7. Mix and adjust the spices if needed.
8. Chill and Serve with Puris, Tamarind Chutney & Potatoes-Kala Chana mixture.
Tips:
- Use a can of Garbanzo Beans (Chick Peas) instead of Kala Chana.
- The Other Option is to use Sprouted Mung Beans (check our video)
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February 18th, 2010 at 2:17 pm
[...] sure to check out our videos for the Pani for Pani Puri and Tamarind [...]
February 18th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
Hey,
I really liked the small grinder that u used for the cilantro and mint, can i plz know where u got th from coz i really need one and dont find it anywhere.
Regards..
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Anonymous Reply:
February 18th, 2010 at 7:18 pm
u can find anywher?
target,wal-mart,kohls,macy’s,bed bath and beyond,jcpenney
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hetal Reply:
February 18th, 2010 at 8:12 pm
Hi Bhavya,
It’s called a Magic Bullet and is available at most department stores.
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Anonymous Reply:
February 20th, 2010 at 1:23 am
Thanx so much
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February 18th, 2010 at 5:55 pm
Thanks for another great recipe! I have tamarind paste and not the dry tamarind, so how much would I use if following your exact recipe?
Thanks.
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hetal Reply:
February 18th, 2010 at 8:11 pm
Hi Pinal,
We used about a large lemon sized ball of dry tamarind but the paste you have is concentrated so it will require a lot less. You can start with about a tsp or two and then go up from there depending on how tangy you want the pani to be.
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February 18th, 2010 at 8:56 pm
thanks for this yummy receipe….
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February 19th, 2010 at 12:15 am
HELLO LADIES….
THAT IS YUM….SURE TO MAKE IT WITHIN THE NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS……
THANKS
YOU LADIES ARE GREAT.
RIZWANA
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February 19th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
Hey Hetal and Anuja
I felt like eating that right out of your plate.
God … my mouth is watering …. have to check out the puri recipe NOW .. bye …
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February 19th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
I envy you guys! I wish that plate was infront of me :->)
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February 20th, 2010 at 6:11 pm
You ladies are doing a real good job. I keep trying several of your recipes and get great results. Can u pls show how to make LASAGNA when you get some free time? Thanks!
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hetal Reply:
February 20th, 2010 at 6:23 pm
Guess what?!? You’re in luck! Check out our Vegetable Lasagna video here: http://showmethecurry.com/fusion/how-to-make-vegetable-lasagna-video-recipe.html
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February 21st, 2010 at 4:41 pm
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You guys are the best. Can’t wait to make it.
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February 22nd, 2010 at 10:14 pm
hi,
I made this today, and I have to say it turned it pretty amazing. I have tried so many times to make the pani, but there is always something not quite right. This was perfect. The only thing I did different was I used about a tbsp of dried mint instead of fresh. Thanks so much.
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February 23rd, 2010 at 5:02 pm
how long can I store this pani in the refrigerator.
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hetal Reply:
February 24th, 2010 at 1:45 am
Hi Nusrat,
The pani will remain fresh “looking” for about a week. After that, the green of the cilantro and mint start to turn a bit brownish. It will still taste good for a few more days.
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nusrat Reply:
February 24th, 2010 at 8:05 pm
Thanks for such a detailed answer….
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February 24th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
hi
thank u so much for the recipes. ur website helps me a lot. can u show us some of the quick recipes which are easy to make
requires less time &
low budget
it wud be very helpful for working women and for lower middle class people. hope u wud consider ths request.
all the best.
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March 1st, 2010 at 7:25 pm
Hi
Do i need to boil Sprouted Mung Beans also.
Thank you
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March 4th, 2010 at 7:09 am
Hi, your recipe seems very easy and quick to make; just one question. I’ve tried using the store bought pani puri masala in the pani but the powder tends to sink to the bottom of the jug and does not mix properly with the water….one of my friends suggested boiling the water for sometime; but i’ve my doubts. any suggestions?
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March 6th, 2010 at 6:44 pm
hi amazing recipe….jst yesterday i tried it n pani came out heavenly yummy…dont hav words to express…..n my husband liked it so mch….u guys rocks
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March 8th, 2010 at 1:14 am
You guys are making me drroooolll! YUM! I have moved to US now, and I have no other choice but to make all of the above myself! I am so used to taking the shortcuts before…run to the nearest chatwala! :S
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March 12th, 2010 at 10:25 pm
This recipe is missing a key ingredient– sugar! You have the salty, sour, and spicy components but you need sweet to round out the flavors. At least that’s how we Bengalis like our foochkas.
Keep up the good work!
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hetal Reply:
March 12th, 2010 at 10:53 pm
You are absolutely right about the sugar, but we eat our pani puri with sweet tamarind chutney so it takes care of the sweetness.
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March 28th, 2010 at 7:18 pm
I am big lover of pani puri. Your video looks fanatastic and i can’t wait to make it for my family.
I am regular visitor to your site and whatever i made looking at your videos come out great.Thanks both of you so much for sharing these wonderful recipes:)
-DV
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March 29th, 2010 at 7:13 am
Hi Anuja and Hetal,
I’m Ashini from Srilanka.
Small problem,where do i find Pani Puri Masala here,,,???
or can i use something instead..??
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March 30th, 2010 at 11:53 am
What is up ?!!
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May 2nd, 2010 at 5:12 pm
Hey Hetal and Anuja,
Pani puri is my favorite…thanks for the recipe.. Can you please please show how to make Basket Chat?? I went to Ahmedabad last year and I had it there…its so delicious!!! But I dont know where to find basket puris? do you know?
Thanks..
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June 7th, 2010 at 2:30 am
Great recipe! very very fresh, it turned out perfectly. so many recipes I found add sugar
the tamarind chutney is the perfect addition (another great recipe) many thanks. the test will be tomorrow at work, where my posse of indian friends will weigh in 
i have a feeling they’re gonna love it too!
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anuja Reply:
June 7th, 2010 at 4:35 pm
Hi Erika,
Let us know the verdict
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December 8th, 2010 at 5:09 am
hi hetal & anuja,
u mentioned roasted cumin powder , do we have to grind the cumin seeds & then roast it dry in the pan or do we have to roast the cumin seeds & then grind it ? can u pl explain ? Thanks.
Aish
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hetal Reply:
December 10th, 2010 at 5:02 pm
Hi Aish,
Any time a recipe calls for roasted anything, you roast the whole spice, cool it and then grind it. If you try to roast the powder, it will burn easily.
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February 7th, 2011 at 10:27 pm
HI……….anuja hetal
you know im a big fan of you both really!!!!!!!
your website helps me to cook delicious kinds of foods
keep it up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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anuja Reply:
February 8th, 2011 at 12:03 am
Hi there,
Thank you for your kind words and your support
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February 14th, 2011 at 7:56 pm
hi,
I didn’t get fresh mint leaves…I have dried mint leaves.
can dried mint leaves be substituted for fresh mint leaves?
thanks
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anuja Reply:
February 15th, 2011 at 12:02 am
Hi Pooja,
Yes, you can
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February 14th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
also, can I use chaat masala instead of pani puri masala?
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anuja Reply:
February 14th, 2011 at 11:57 pm
Hi Pooja,
Chaat Masala is a whole lot of different salts while Pani Puri Masala has other things like Cumin, tamarind, mint, ginger, hing, cloves and more….
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preethy Reply:
June 28th, 2011 at 10:03 am
anuja mam can yo explain tat more.? coz i have to make it at home
with regards preethy
<3
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April 16th, 2011 at 1:52 pm
Can you freeze the excess pani before you add potatoes or lentils?
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anuja Reply:
April 16th, 2011 at 2:17 pm
Hi Zarah,
Yes, you can. It freezes well.
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Zarah Reply:
April 16th, 2011 at 4:41 pm
Thank you Anuja. Your recipes and videos have taught me how to cook not only indian food, but how to cook in general. My husband (his tummy is proof!) is very grateful
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anuja Reply:
April 16th, 2011 at 9:40 pm
You are welcome
March 23rd, 2012 at 4:34 pm
Dear Hetal & Anuja!
Thanks for your receipies.. Your website gives very good knowledge about indian cooking.. as we are living srilanka we could also taste the indian dishes with right taste.. your videos are really knowledgeable…
thankyou very much… My question is where do we find pani puri masala? do we have any alternative? If you could answer me I also could taste the “pani puri”????
Thanks.
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May 3rd, 2012 at 5:39 am
Hi Anuja and Hetal,
U gals rock. I luv all ur recipes and whenver i plan to make somethin difft for my family all i do is login to your website and my family just relish whatever i make for them. I am a good cook but then you guys make me a lovely mom and mother. A big thank you for the brilliant job that u r doing!!!
Hema
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May 29th, 2012 at 5:46 pm
This recipe is great. However if you need to prepare the pani in a jiffy then I would just use the Pani puri powder from MDH masalas. Just add cool water.
Voila, the pani is ready in less than a minute and tastes great.
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June 16th, 2012 at 3:34 pm
i really like Ur pani puri recipe. its really amazing
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November 12th, 2012 at 5:39 am
Hi I wanted to ask i don’t know where to find the pani puri masala would u know where to find it
And if not can I use something else?
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November 12th, 2012 at 5:39 am
Hi I wanted to ask i don’t know where to find the pani puri masala would u know where to find it
And if not can I use something else?
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hetal Reply:
November 14th, 2012 at 7:57 pm
Hi Sakina,
Pani puri masala is almost always available at your local Indian grocery store (hope you have one). There are too many not so common ingredients in the masala that it is easier to buy the package and add some fresh ingredients.
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January 20th, 2013 at 7:46 am
hi hetal and anuja ,
is it ok if i dont use mago powder,pani puri masala and black salt
and can i use lemon salt instead of lime juice
pls reply as fast as you can
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hetal Reply:
January 23rd, 2013 at 5:19 pm
Hi Marzia,
If you don’t use mango powder, pani puri masala and black salt, you will not get pani puri pani…sorry
Those are key ingredients.
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February 18th, 2013 at 1:27 pm
hii there,
if you could please tell me if there is a substitute to it.
am from Mauritius
well i’ve been checking this recipe. i really wanted to try it ,but im not finding pani puri masala anywhere
pls reply me as soon as possible
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hetal Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:56 pm
Hi Smelina,
Pani puri masala is a combination of cumin, coriander, red chili, black salt, salt, black pepper, asafoetida, citric acid, and dry mango powder.
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luvna Reply:
March 8th, 2013 at 3:08 am
Hi Smelina,
Am also from mauritius. I want to know if you were able to do the pani puri..
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