Dry Fruit Sev Puri - delicious and unique twist on the traditional Indian snack

 Dry Fruit Sev Puri is a delicious and unique twist on the traditional Indian snack, Sev Puri. It combines the flavors of dry fruits with the crispy texture of shev (a type of savory snack). Here's a detailed recipe for you:

Recipe - Dry Fruit Sev Puri

Ingredients:

- 1 cup mixed dry fruits (cashews, almonds, raisins, pistachios, etc.), finely chopped

- 1 cup thin nylon sev (available in Indian grocery stores)

- 20-25 puris (store-bought or homemade)

- 1/2 cup boiled and mashed potatoes

- 1/4 cup chopped onions

- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes

- 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped

- 1 teaspoon chaat masala

- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder

- 1/4 teaspoon black salt

- Salt to taste

- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, for garnishing

- Tamarind chutney and mint chutney, for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Prepare all the ingredients by chopping the dry fruits, onions, tomatoes, and green chilies finely. Keep them ready.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, green chilies, chaat masala, red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, black salt, and regular salt. Mix well to make the filling.

3. To assemble, gently crack the top of each puri to create an opening. Place about 1-2 teaspoons of the potato filling inside each puri.

4. Top the filling with a generous amount of chopped dry fruits, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.

5. Carefully add a layer of thin nylon sev on top of the dry fruits.

6. Drizzle tamarind chutney and mint chutney over the sev for a burst of tangy and minty flavors.

7. Garnish the dry fruit shev puris with chopped coriander leaves for a fresh and vibrant touch.

8. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy, tangy, and nutty flavors of this delightful snack.

Note: You can adjust the spice levels and quantities of chutneys according to your taste preferences. Also, make sure to serve the dry fruit shev puris immediately after assembling to prevent them from getting soggy.

Enjoy your unique and tasty Dry Fruit Shev Puri!