Pani Puri auténtico con relleno de garbanzos, agua especiada, chutney de tamarindo y sev crujiente, rodeado de menta y cilantro fresco.

Authentic Pani Puri Recipe | How to Make Easy and Delicious Homemade Panipuri

Craving street food? Learn how to make authentic pani puri at home: crispy puris, spicy water, and flavorful fillings in one delicious bite.

Do you crave that first crunchy bite of pani puri (or golgappa ), where the puri breaks apart and an explosion of spicy, tangy, and fresh flavors fills your mouth?

It is that flavor that transports us directly to the bustling streets of Mumbai , Delhi or Karachi , where every bite tells a story.

Today we'll teach you how to recreate that magic in your kitchen with an easy and authentic recipe!

With just a few fresh ingredients and our tips, you can enjoy the perfect panipuri at home. Plus, you'll discover a variety of fillings and pani in different flavors so you'll never get bored.

Main Ingredients

For the Puri:

• 1 cup of fine semolina 

• 2 tablespoons of wheat flour

• Water (quantity needed)

• Oil (for frying)


For the Pani (Spiced Water):

• 1 cup of fresh mint leaves

• ½ cup fresh cilantro

• 2 green chilies

• 1 tablespoon of tamarind paste 

• ½ teaspoon of black salt 

• ½ teaspoon of cumin powder

• Salt to taste

• Cold water (as needed)


For the Filling:

• 2 medium potatoes , boiled and mashed

• ½ cup of cooked chickpeas

• ½ teaspoon of chaat masala (buy chaat masala here)

• Salt to taste

Rolling out and frying homemade puri dough in a rustic kitchen, with puffed golden puris, raw discs, and hot oil in a black pan.

How to Make Homemade Puris

1. Mix the semolina and wheat flour .

2. Add water little by little and knead until you get a firm dough.

3. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20-30 minutes.

4. Form small balls and stretch them into thin discs.

5. Fry the discs in hot oil until they puff up and are golden.

6. Drain on absorbent paper.

How to Prepare Pani (Spiced Water)

1. Blend the mint , cilantro , green chilies and tamarind paste.

2. Mix the paste with cold water.

3. Add black salt , cumin powder and adjust salt to taste.

4. Adjust flavors if necessary.

5. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Pani Puri Filling Ideas

Moong sprouts (germinated)

Chopped onion and sev (crispy noodles)

Spiced aloo masala filling

Sweet tamarind chutney

Pani puri fillings: moong sprouts, chopped onion, sev, sweet tamarind chutney and aloo masala, with crispy puris and fresh cilantro.

How to Assemble Your Pani Puri

1. Make a small hole in the puri .

2. Fill it with your favorite filling .

3. Dip into the cold bread or pour it over.

4. Eat it in one bite.

Step-by-step guide to making pani puri: pierce, fill, dip in spiced water, and eat in one bite, using fresh ingredients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use pre-made puris ? Yes, you can buy them at Desi Gourmet.

What should you do if the pani is too spicy? Add more cold water and a little sugar.

Can I prepare the puris in advance? Yes, store them in an airtight container.

Buy Authentic Ingredients at Desi Gourmet

Discover fine semolina, chaat masala , tamarind paste , and more. Shop here at Desi Gourmet .

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