Masala Pori / Spicy Puffed Rice Salad

This is a quick evening snack that is very very close to the popular Bhel Puri. The only thing that is missing in this snack is some crispy Sev (oma podi), and probably some boiled potatoes. Bhel puri is also served with two condiments - a sweet date-based chutney and a spicy coriander-chilli chutney. 

This dish is almost like a salad. It is healthy, extremely easy to put together when there is company and people are hungry, and not to mention - its yummy!

This version of pori is popular in South-India, especially in our Marina Beach! To make it more authentic, add some chopped raw mango to the snack. 

Ingredients (serves 6):

1. 4.5 cups pori / puffed rice, dry roasted until crispy
2. 1 cucumber, diced
3. 1 small red onion, finely chopped
4. 1 tomato, chopped
5. 1 teaspoon Paav Bhaaji masala powder / or any spice blend of your choice
6. some coriander leaves / cilantro leaves
7. juice of 1/2 a lemon
8. a handful of roasted peanuts
9. salt as needed

Preparation:

1. Add the puffed rice (roasted) and peanuts to a bowl, and sprinkle salt and paav bhaaji masala. Mix evenly
2. Add cucumber, tomato and onion and toss together until the spice is evenly distributed
3. Garnish with cilantro

Before serving, sprinkle some lemon juice. Serve immediately, else the puffed rice will become soggy. Enjoy with a cup of tea!