Punjabi Dahi Bhalla
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Punjabi Dahi Bhalla is an iconic street food delicacy that offers a perfect symphony of textures and flavors. This dish features soft, pillowy dumplings made from a blend of urad and moong dal, which are deep-fried and then soaked in spiced water to achieve a melt-in-the-mouth texture. These bhallas are smothered in thick, creamy chilled yogurt and topped with tangy tamarind chutney, spicy mint chutney, and a signature sprinkle of roasted cumin and red chili. Known for its cooling properties and balanced sweet-savory profile, it is a mandatory part of North Indian festivities. Serve chilled as a refreshing snack or a festive starter.
Ingredients
Cooking Instructions
Tips & Secrets
- Whisking the batter until airy is the secret to getting soft, spongy bhallas that aren't hard in the center.
- Soaking bhallas in hing-water helps in digestion and ensures they absorb the yogurt better later.
- Always use fresh, thick yogurt; if the yogurt is sour, add a bit more sugar to balance it.
- Squeeze the bhallas very gently between your palms to avoid crumbling the soft structure.
Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (2 bhallas))
280 kcal
8g
10g
32g
Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.