Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Puffed rice

1 unit

Raw Mango

grated

1 unit

Carrot

grated

1 unit

Cucumber

chopped

1 unit

Onion

chopped

1 unit

Tomato

chopped

4 tbsp

Raw Peanuts

roasted

0.5 cup

Chivda

0.5 cup

Coriander Leaves

3 unit

Green Chillies

chopped

4 cloves

Garlic

Step 1
~3 min

Make the green chutney by grinding green chillies, garlic, and coriander leaves into a coarse paste.

Step 2
~3 min

Grate the raw mango and carrot.

Step 3
~3 min

Chop the cucumber, onion, and tomato.

Step 4
~3 min

Roast the peanuts (optional).

Step 5
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine the puffed rice, grated mango, grated carrot, chopped cucumber, chopped onion, chopped tomato, roasted peanuts (optional), chivda, coriander leaves, and green chutney.

Step 6
~3 min

Toss all the ingredients together to mix well.

Step 7
~3 min

Add salt to taste.

Step 8
~3 min

If desired, add date and tamarind chutney for sweetness.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of green chilies to control the spice level.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tanginess.

Roasting the peanuts enhances their flavor and adds a nutty aroma.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Ingredients can be prepped ahead, but the dish is best served immediately after mixing.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (spices)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a tea-time snack.

Serve as a light lunch.

Serve with a side of yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Masala Chai
Filter Coffee

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Karnataka, India

Cultural Significance

Popular street food in Karnataka

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Tea Time
Party Snack
Kid-Friendly
Summer Recipe

Popularity Score

75/100

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