10 Crazy Pani Puri Variations You Should Try

By Shireen Jamooji

July 10, 2023

Pani Puri, Golgappe, Puchka. Whatever the name, India loves them and Google has honoured that love today in their Doodle.  But do you know all the weird and wonderful variations that are out there? Here are 10 to get you started.

Butter Chicken Pani Puri

We all love butter chicken, and we all love pani puri? So of course Butter Chicken Pani Puri exists! This meaty treat is a bite of adventure.

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Maggi Pani Puri

The ultimate rainy day comfort food goes street style. A crispy puri filled with flavourful Maggi, what could go wrong really?

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Chocolate Pani Puri

Ah yes, one of the OG weird pani puris of the world. This is one you can turn to if you’re not sure whether you want something savoury or sweet.

Kadhi Pani Puri

The latest pani puri fad doing the rounds is this ‘Kadhipuri’ from Ahmedabad has left netizens questioning what version of reality they’re living in. 

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Puchka Chops

Straight from Kolkata we bring you this wild creation. Filled with spiced veggies and potatoes, and then battered and deep-fried, it’s a whole new level of indulgence.

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Palak Paneer Pani Puri

If you’re not a fan of palak, look away now. Because the palak paneer pani puri probably won’t be your thing. Although it is an inventive way to up your iron intake

Mango Pani Puri

It’s no secret that India loves its mangoes but one Mumbai spot took it a step further. Mango pulp, diluted with water is topped with ragda to form this unique creation.

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Vodka Pani Puri

Pregaming for the club? Try this pani puri! Instead of water the ‘pani’ is made with spiced vodka for a snack that really comes with a kick.

Egg Pani Puri

In this version from Surat, the puri gets a skip altogether and a boiled egg is filled with stuffs tomato sauce and fresh cream and topped off with grated cheese and coriander leaves.

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Volcano Pani Puri

A burst of masala, a cooling wave of mint and tamarind chutney. This one is named for the explosion of flavours that you can find at this Surat spot.

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