Panipuri

Description

Panipuri is a street snack that is extremely popular in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Nepal. Small in size, it consists of a hollow puri that is fried until crispy, then stuffed with a combination of flavored water called pani , tamarind chutney, chaat masala, potatoes, onions, hot chillis, and chickpeas. In North India, panipuri is known as golgappa , gol referring to the crispy shell, and gappa referring to the eating process, since these small snacks are typically eaten one at a time. It is believed that panipuri originated in Uttar Pradesh and gradually spread in popularity throughout the country and outside of it. Today, panipuri stalls are a staple at most fairs, festivals, or weddings in India.