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Kolkata’s Puchka Recipe / A Simple Way To Make Puchka At Home

Yields1 ServingPrep Time15 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time25 mins

Trap your palates in the tantalizing tiny balls filled with assorted ingredients, that makes your taste buds go bonkers. Immerse your soul in ecstasy, while you dip in the golden balls in spicy tangy waters. And whilst you have a hearty crunch, divulge yourself in the pool of flavors where you simply witness a flavor fusion happening inside your mouth...

kolkatta puchka recipe

For Puchka Shells
 1 Cup Of Semolina
 ¼ Cup Of All Purpose Flour
 1 Pinch Of Baking Soda
 Required Amount Of Salt And Water
 Oil As Required For Deep Frying
For The Filling
 3 Nos Of Potatoes (boiled and mashed)
 ½ Cup Of Chickpeas (boiled)
 ½ cup Of Onion (chopped)
 ¼ Cup Of Coriander Leaves (chopped)
 2 tbsp Date Tamarind Chutney
 2 tbsp Mint Coriander Chutney
 ¼ tsp Red Chili Powder
 1 tbsp Chaat Masala Powder
 Required Amount Of Salt
Step 1: Make The Puris For Puchka
1

In a mixing bowl, combine semolina, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

2

Gradually add water to the mixture and knead it into a smooth dough. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.

3

Divide the dough into small portions and roll them into small circles of about 2-3 inches in diameter.

4

Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Once the oil is hot, fry the puchka shells until they become crisp and golden brown. Drain them on a paper towel.

Step 2: Prepare The Filling For Puchka
5

In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, boiled chickpeas, chopped onions, coriander leaves, chaat masala, salt, and red chilli powder (if using). Mix well.

Step 3: Fill In The Puchka
6

To assemble the puchkas, gently tap the top of each puchka shell to create a small hole in the center. Fill each shell with a spoonful of the filling mixture.

Step 4: Add In The Sweet And Spicy Waters
7

Drizzle the date tamarind chutney and mint-coriander chutney on top of each filled puchka.

Step 4: Garnish And Serve
8

Garnish with some chopped cilantro, sev, raw onion, boondi and chaat powder. Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious and tangy Kolkata-style puchkas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%
Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
Protein 6g12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.