Sev puri facts for kids
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| Type | snack, chaat |
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| Course | hors d'oeuvre |
| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Maharashtra |
| Main ingredients | Puri, sev, potatoes, onions, chutneys |
| Variations | Bhelpuri, dahipuri, pani puri, sev papdi chaat |
Sev puri is a yummy snack from India. It's a type of chaat, which means it's a savory street food. This tasty treat first came from Pune, a city in Maharashtra, India.
In cities like Pune and Mumbai, you'll often find sev puri sold by street vendors. But you can also enjoy it in fancy restaurants. Lately, even supermarkets have started selling ready-to-eat packets of sev puri and other similar snacks like bhelpuri.
How to Make Sev Puri
There isn't just one way to make sev puri. But most recipes use the same main ingredients. Sev puri starts with crispy flat puris, which are like small, round crackers.
These puris are then loaded with diced potatoes, chickpeas, and onions. Different kinds of chutneys are added for flavor. Some popular chutneys include spicy mint, sweet-sour tamarind, and chili-garlic sauce.
After adding the fillings, the puris are topped with sev. Sev is a crunchy noodle-like snack made from chickpea flour. Finally, the sev puri is seasoned with spices. These can include raw mango, ginger, cumin, and a special mix called chaat masala.
Fun Variations
Sev puri can be made in many different ways. People like to change the fillings and toppings. Here are some popular versions:
- Dahi sev puri: This one adds dahi (yogurt) on top.
- Masala sev puri: This version has extra spices for a stronger flavor.
- Corn masala puri: This uses corn as a main filling.
- Batata dahi sev puri: This combines dahi with potatoes.
- Palak sev puri: This variation includes spinach for a healthy twist.
Sometimes, other chutneys or even paneer (a type of cheese) are added. This makes each sev puri unique and delicious!
