Golgappe

Golgappe, also known as Pani Puri, is a popular street food snack in India, including Delhi. It is a beloved and flavorful dish that consists of small, crispy, hollow puris filled with a mixture of flavored water (pani), tamarind chutney, mashed potatoes, and spices.

Golgappe begins with small, deep-fried, round puris made from a dough of semolina or wheat flour. These puris are crispy and hollow, creating a perfect vessel for the flavorful fillings and spicy water.

The highlight of Golgappe is the tangy and spiced water, known as pani. The pani is made by combining various ingredients such as tamarind pulp, mint leaves, coriander leaves, green chili, chaat masala, black salt, and roasted cumin powder. The result is a refreshing and flavorful water that adds a burst of tanginess and spice to each bite.

The puris are typically filled with a mixture of mashed potatoes, chickpeas, and spices. The mashed potatoes add a creamy and hearty element to the dish, while the chickpeas provide a nutty and protein-rich component. Additional fillings can include finely chopped onions, sev (crispy fried noodles), and boondi (small fried chickpea flour balls).

To enjoy Golgappe, you take a puri and carefully create a small hole in it. The puri is then filled with the potato-chickpea mixture and topped with some tamarind chutney. It is dipped into the pani, ensuring the puri is well-coated with the tangy water. The filled puri is then immediately eaten in one bite, creating an explosion of flavors and textures in the mouth.

Golgappe is loved for its sweet, tangy, spicy, and crunchy elements. It is a popular street food snack that is enjoyed by people of all ages. In Delhi, you can find Golgappe being sold at street food stalls and chaat vendors in bustling markets and busy street corners.