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Mexican Bhel

Cultural Context

Mexican Bhel is a fusion dish that combines traditional Indian bhel puri with Mexican flavors. It reflects the culinary exchange between cultures, showcasing how ingredients can be adapted to create new and exciting dishes. This dish is popular as a street food snack and is often enjoyed at gatherings and parties.

MexicanMXappetizer
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 flour tortillas (8 inch, uncooked)
15 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 cup potato (boiled peeled and finely diced)
1 cup bell pepper (finely diced, using mix of different colors)
½ cup frozen corn (thaw and pat dry)
1 tbsp jalapeño (finely diced)
2 tbsp cilantro (finely chopped)
2 tsp lime juice
½ tsp salt
2 cup tomatoes (chopped)
¼ cup cilantro (chopped)
1 jalapeño (chopped)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp cumin seed powder
10 dry whole red chilies
½ cup tomatoes (roughly chopped)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp cumin seed powder
1 ½ cup lettuce (thinly sliced)
1 jalapeño (thinly sliced)
¼ cup shredded Mexican blended cheeses (cheddar/Monterey)

puffed rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa puffs

💰Cheaper: corn puffs

Quinoa puffs are more nutritious, while corn puffs are budget-friendly.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Bell peppers are lower in calories, and banana peppers are often cheaper.

1

Toss all the ingredients for the bean mixture together: black beans, potatoes, bell peppers, corn, cilantro, jalapeno, salt, and lime juice, and set aside.

2

Cut the tortillas into 1/2-inch squares to use as the chips.

3

Heat oil in a frying pan until it's about 1/2-inch deep over medium-high heat. Fry the tortilla squares until they are light golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

4

Boil the dry red chilies in about 1 cup of water until soft. Blend with tomatoes, salt, and cumin seed powder to make a hot sauce.

5

Blend together tomatoes, cilantro, jalapeno, salt, and cumin seed powder to make a chunky salsa.

6

Assemble the dish by spreading lettuce in a bowl, layering the bean mixture, adding chips, cheese, and drizzling with hot sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Bhel PuriMexican Chaat
Local Name: Bhel

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