How to make Indo-Chinese Bhel at home | Easy-to-Make Recipe

This easy-to-follow recipe whips up a colorful and flavorful explosion of textures with puffed rice, crunchy noodles, tangy sauce, and your favorite veggie toppings. Perfect for a quick snack, party appetizer, or light lunch, it's the healthy and delicious twist on the classic bhel you've been searching for.

How to make Indo-Chinese Bhel at home | Easy-to-Make Recipe

Ditch the takeout menus and greasy spoons, because homemade Indo-Chinese Bhel is about to become your new healthy obsession. Imagine a snack that's bursting with flavor, light on your waistline, and packed with the goodness of crunchy puffed rice, protein-rich chickpeas, and vibrant veggies. This recipe takes the classic street food favorite and gives it a healthy makeover, using fresh ingredients and a homemade sauce that's as good for you as it is good for your taste buds. So, say goodbye to guilt and hello to guilt-free indulgence with this delightful Indo-Chinese Bhel recipe!

Let's whip up some Indo-Chinese Bhel! ️

Here's what you'll need:

Ingredients:

  • Base:
    • 2 cups puffed rice (chow mein)
    • 1 cup fried noodles (chow mein)
    • 1/2 cup boiled and chopped chickpeas
    • 1/4 cup chopped spring onions
    • 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
  • Spicy Sauce:
    • 1 tbsp tomato ketchup
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tsp red chili sauce
    • 1/2 tsp green chili sauce
    • 1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
    • 1/4 tsp black pepper
    • 1/4 tsp garam masala
    • Salt to taste
  • Toppings:
    • Finely chopped onions (optional)
    • Lemon wedges (optional)
    • Chopped green chilies (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prep the base: Combine puffed rice, fried noodles, chickpeas, spring onions, and coriander leaves in a large bowl.
  2. Whip up the sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together tomato ketchup, soy sauce, red chili sauce, green chili sauce, ginger-garlic paste, black pepper, garam masala, and salt.
  3. Get saucy: Pour the spicy sauce over the base and gently toss to combine. Make sure you don't overmix, as the puffed rice might get soggy.
  4. Top it off: (Optional) Garnish with finely chopped onions, lemon wedges, and chopped green chilies for an extra kick.

Tips and tricks:

  • You can adjust the amount of chili sauce and green chilies to your spice preference.
  • For a vegetarian option, skip the egg.
  • Feel free to add other chopped vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, or bell peppers for extra crunch and vitamins.
  • Serve the bhel immediately for the best texture.

Enjoy this delicious and fun twist on the classic bhel! It's perfect for a quick snack, party appetizer, or even a light lunch.