এই গোপন মসলা দিয়ে ঘরেই বানান রাস্তার মতো ঝালমুড়ি | Jhalmuri Recipe Bengali |Kolkata Street Food

এই গোপন মসলা দিয়ে ঘরেই বানান রাস্তার মতো ঝালমুড়ি | Jhalmuri Recipe Bengali |Kolkata Street Food

In this video, we bring you the secret masala recipe of the famous “Jhalmuri Kaku” — the legendary Kolkata street food vendor whose jhalmuri is loved by everyone. Now, you can recreate the exact street-side flavor of this iconic Bengali snack at home with our step-by-step guide.

🌶 What is Jhalmuri?
Jhalmuri is a spicy puffed rice snack that is quick to make, healthy, and bursting with flavor. It's a staple of Bengal’s street food culture, often enjoyed in the evenings or as a light snack. What makes jhalmuri truly special is the unique masala mix that adds a punch of spice, tang, and aroma.

🧾 Ingredients for Jhalmuri Masala:
Roasted cumin powder

Black salt

Red chili powder

Chaat masala

Roasted coriander powder

Black pepper powder

Dry mango powder (amchur)

A pinch of garam masala

Optional: ground roasted fennel seeds for extra flavor

🥗 Ingredients for Jhalmuri:
Puffed rice (muri)

Mustard oil (for authentic flavor)

Chopped onions

Chopped green chilies

Chopped cucumber and tomato

Boiled potato cubes

Fresh coriander leaves

Lemon juice

Secret jhalmuri masala (as above)

🔪 Step-by-Step Process (As Shown in Video):
Prepare the masala: Dry roast whole spices, cool them, and grind to a fine powder.

Mix the snack: In a large bowl, add puffed rice, vegetables, boiled potatoes, and green chilies.

Add flavor: Drizzle with mustard oil, sprinkle the secret masala, and squeeze fresh lemon juice.

Toss and serve: Mix everything quickly and serve immediately for maximum crunch.

🍽 When to Serve:
Evening tea-time snack

As a quick office or school tiffin

During picnics and outdoor gatherings

As a party starter or street food platter

💡 Tips for Perfect Street-Style Jhalmuri:
Always mix and serve immediately to keep the muri crunchy.

Use cold-pressed mustard oil for the signature punch.

Adjust spice levels according to your taste.

Adding roasted peanuts gives an extra crunch.

For a tangy twist, add a bit of tamarind water.

If you’ve ever tasted jhalmuri from a Kolkata street vendor and wondered how to get that same taste at home — this is your answer!