Street Food
Jhal Muri
Ingredients
- - 4 cups puffed rice (muri)
- - 1 small onion, finely chopped
- - 1 tomato, finely chopped
- - 1 green chilli, finely chopped
- - 2 tbsp roasted peanuts
- - 2 tbsp boiled chickpeas
- - 1 tbsp fried lentils (bombay mix or similar), optional
- - 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
- - 1 tbsp mustard oil
- - 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
- - 1/2 tsp black salt
- - 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
- - 1 tsp lime juice
- - Salt, to taste
Method
- Place the puffed rice in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the onion, tomato, green chilli, roasted peanuts, chickpeas and fried lentils.
- Drizzle over the mustard oil and lime juice.
- Sprinkle in the roasted cumin powder, black salt, chilli powder and salt to taste.
- Toss everything together vigorously for about a minute so the puffed rice absorbs the seasoning evenly without going soggy.
- Stir through the fresh coriander and serve immediately in paper cones or bowls.
Introduction: Jhal muri is a spiced puffed rice snack mixed with mustard oil, chopped vegetables and crunchy fried lentils, sold by street vendors who toss the ingredients together dramatically in a large bowl before scooping it into paper cones.
Cultural Background: Jhal muri is a spiced puffed rice snack mixed with mustard oil, chopped vegetables and crunchy fried lentils, sold by street vendors who toss the ingredients together dramatically in a large bowl before scooping it into paper cones. It is one of the quickest and most affordable snacks found across Bangladesh.
Tips: Assemble jhal muri just before eating; puffed rice softens quickly once mixed with the oil and juice.
Variations: Add diced cucumber or grated raw mango for extra crunch and tang.
Vegetarian/Vegan: Naturally vegan as written.
Storage: Not suitable for storage; best consumed immediately after mixing.
Reheating: Not applicable; this is a cold, no-cook snack.
Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 180 kcal, 5 g protein, 6 g fat, 27 g carbohydrates, 3 g fibre
FAQs:
Q: – Can I make this less spicy?
A: Yes, simply reduce or omit the green chilli and chilli powder.
Q: – What can I use instead of mustard oil?
A: Vegetable oil works as a substitute, though it lacks the pungent depth of mustard oil.