Masala puri

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Masala puri
green peas and coriander
leaves
VariationsDahi-masala puri

Masala puri, or Masalpuri, is an Indian snack which is especially popular in the southern state of

Indian state of Mysore and has now become famous in the entire Indian subcontinent.[1] Typically spicy, the dish can also be made sweet based on the requirement.[2]

Preparation

Crushed

green peas, chili powder, garam masala, chaat masala, coriander powder, etc. Toppings of small slices of onion and tomato, coriander leaves and sev are then added, before the dish is served.[3] Sometimes carrot
shavings are added, but they are not required.

  • Masala puri being prepared by a street vendor
    Masala puri being prepared by a street vendor
  • Plate of Masala puri with mixture topping
    Plate of Masala puri with mixture topping
  • Masala puri made by a street vendor in Bangalore
    Masala puri made by a street vendor in Bangalore

See also

References

  1. ^ GR, Prajna (4 April 2015). "With some spice and nostalgia". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 18 September 2015.
  2. ^ Natarajan, Deepa (11 December 2009). "Time to go chaating". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 18 September 2015.
  3. ^ Shrikumar, A. (31 May 2013). "CHAATing up!". The Hindu. Retrieved 18 September 2015.