Muri Mixture
A vibrant, crunchy, and tangy street-style snack made with puffed rice, onions, tomatoes, and a medley of spices. This Bengali classic, also known as Jhalmuri, comes together in minutes and is an explosion of textures and flavors, perfect for an evening snack.
For 4 servings
6 steps.
- 1
Step 1
- a.In a large mixing bowl, add the puffed rice, mixture (chanachur), and roasted peanuts. Give it a quick toss.
- 2
Step 2
- a.Add the finely chopped onion, tomato, boiled potato cubes, green chilies, and coriander leaves to the bowl.
- 3
Step 3
- a.Sprinkle all the spices over the ingredients: chaat masala, red chili powder, black salt, and regular salt.
- 4
Drizzle the mustard oil and fresh lemon juice over the top
- a.This gives it the classic, pungent flavor.
- 5
Step 5
- a.Using a large spoon, mix everything together quickly but gently until everything is well combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the puffed rice soggy.
- 6
Step 6
- a.Garnish with a generous amount of sev and serve immediately for the best crunch.
What to keep in mind.
4 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Serve the muri mixture immediately after mixing. It will lose its crispness and become soggy if it sits for too long.
- 2For an extra crunchy texture, you can lightly dry roast the puffed rice in a pan for 2-3 minutes before using.
- 3The pungent flavor of raw mustard oil is the signature of this dish. Do not substitute it with any other oil for an authentic taste.
- 4Feel free to add other ingredients like finely chopped cucumber, grated coconut, or sprouted moong dal for more texture and flavor.
Adapt it for your goals.
Healthy
Add sprouted moong dal and finely chopped cucumber for extra nutrients. Reduce the amount of sev and the savory mixture to lower the sodium content.
kid friendlyKid friendly
Omit the green chilies and red chili powder completely. You can add a teaspoon of tamarind chutney for a sweet and tangy flavor that kids love.
jainJain
Skip the onion and boiled potato. You can use boiled and cubed raw banana as a substitute for potato.
quickQuick
Use pre-chopped vegetables from the store and pre-boiled potatoes to assemble this snack in under 5 minutes.
