Aruna Vijay's Andhra Speciality: Find Easy Punugulu Recipe Here

Craving a delicious and crunchy snack to satisfy your taste buds? Aruna Vijay, a renowned chef and food influencer, brings you an easy recipe for Punugulu, a traditional Andhra street food snack that's crispy, savory, and perfect for any time of the day. If you love South Indian flavors, this fried delight will quickly become your go-to snack, especially when paired with spicy chutneys.

What is Punugulu?

Punugulu is a popular South Indian street food snack, especially in Andhra Pradesh. Made with leftover idli batter, it's fried to perfection, creating a crispy outside with a soft, savory inside. This snack pairs wonderfully with spicy chutneys, making it an ideal tea-time treat or quick snack.

Ingredients:

• Idli batter: 1.5 cups
• Rava: 1/4 tbsp
• Rice flour: 1/4 cup
• Onion: 1/4 cup, chopped
• Ginger: 1 tbsp, finely chopped
• Green chilli: 1, chopped
• Coriander: 2 tbsp, chopped
• Cumin: 1 tsp
• Salt to taste
• Oil (for frying)

 
Method:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the leftover idli batter, onion, ginger, green chilli, coriander, cumin, rava, rice flour, and salt. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. If needed, add more rice flour to adjust the consistency.
3. Shape the mixture into lemon-sized vadas.
4. Heat oil on low to medium heat and deep fry the vadas until they turn golden brown and crispy.
5. Serve hot with your favorite chutney and enjoy!

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Aruna Vijay's Punugulu recipe is the perfect snack for any time of the day. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this Andhra specialty is a must-try for anyone who loves South Indian flavors. Fry up a batch, pair them with a spicy chutney, and enjoy this crunchy delight!