By Deepali Verma
September 4, 2023
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Girmit is a popular street food dish from North Karnataka. It consists of spicy puffed rice mixed with various chutneys, vegetables, and seasonings, creating a flavorful and crunchy snack.
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2 cups puffed rice ½ cup chopped onions ¼ cup chopped tomatoes ¼ cup roasted peanuts 2-3 tbsp sev (thin gram flour noodles) 2-3 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped 1 tsp mustard seeds ½ tsp turmeric powder A pinch of asafoetida (hing) 1-2 tbsp oil Salt to taste Lemon juice for garnish
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Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and asafoetida. Let them splutter. Add chopped onions, green chilies, and sauté until onions turn translucent.
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Stir in turmeric powder, chopped tomatoes, and cook until they soften. Add puffed rice, roasted peanuts, and mix well.
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Remove from heat, add sev, chopped coriander leaves, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
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Garnish with lemon juice and serve the Girmit immediately for a crunchy and spicy snack.
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