Experience the explosion of flavors in Ragda Puri, a beloved Indian street chaat with layers of crunch and tang. This vegetarian snack is perfect for family gatherings, parties, and festive occasions.
Soak the dried white peas in water overnight, then drain and rinse before cooking.
Place soaked peas in a pot with 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes until peas are soft and slightly creamy.
Mash boiled potatoes and mix with a pinch of chaat masala for additional flavor.
Assemble each puri: gently crack open a crispy puri shell, fill with a spoonful of ragda (cooked peas), add mashed potato, diced onion, chopped green chili, cilantro, and sprinkle ground cumin, coriander, and salt.
Drizzle tamarind chutney over each puri, top with extra chaat masala, and serve immediately to preserve crunch.