Dabeli with Imli and Green Chutney - A Burst of Flavors in Every Bite
By: Team Ifairer | Posted: 15-02-2025
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Dabeli, a popular street food from Gujarat, is a delicious combination of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors packed into a soft bun. With a unique stuffing of mashed potatoes, Dabeli masala, and a medley of chutneys, this dish is a treat for the taste buds. Adding imli (tamarind) and green chutney enhances the taste, making it a perfect snack for any time of the day.
Ingredients:
For the Dabeli Filling:
● 2 boiled potatoes, mashed
● 2 tbsp Dabeli masala
● 1 tbsp oil
● 2 tbsp tamarind (imli) chutney
● Salt to taste
● 1 tbsp sugar
● ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
● ¼ cup roasted peanuts
For the Chutneys:
Imli (Tamarind) Chutney:
● ½ cup tamarind pulp
● 2 tbsp jaggery
● 1 tsp cumin powder
● ½ tsp black salt
● ½ tsp red chili powder
Green Chutney:
● 1 cup coriander leaves
● ½ cup mint leaves
● 2 green chilies
● 1 tsp lemon juice
● Salt to taste
Other Ingredients:
● 4 pav (soft buns)
● 2 tbsp butter
● ¼ cup sev
● ¼ cup finely chopped onions
● ¼ cup grated coconut (optional)
Method:
1. Prepare the Imli Chutney: Combine tamarind pulp, jaggery, cumin powder, black salt, and red chili powder in a pan. Simmer for 5 minutes and set aside to cool.
2. Prepare the Green Chutney: Blend coriander leaves, mint leaves, green chilies, lemon juice, and salt with a little water until smooth.
3. Make the Dabeli Filling: Heat oil in a pan, add Dabeli masala, mashed potatoes, imli chutney, sugar, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2 minutes. Add pomegranate seeds and peanuts. Turn off the heat and let it cool.
4. Assemble the Dabeli: Cut the pav in half, spread imli and green chutney on both sides, add the potato filling, and top with chopped onions and grated coconut.
5. Toast and Serve: Heat butter on a tawa, toast the stuffed pav until golden brown. Roll the edges in sev for an extra crunch. Serve hot with more chutney on the side.
Enjoy this irresistible Dabeli with imli and green chutney for a flavorful snack that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Gujarat!