Jhal Muri

Name: Jhal Muri
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Bangladeshi
Ingredients: 4 cups puffed rice (muri); 1 tbsp mustard oil; 1 small onion, finely diced; 2 green chillies, chopped; 2 tbsp roasted peanuts; 2 tbsp chanachur; 1 tbsp chopped coriander; 1 tsp chaat masala; 1/2 tsp salt; Juice of 1 lime

ঝাল মুড়ি (jhal MOO-ree)

Spicy Puffed Rice Mix

⏱ Prep Time 10 min

📈 Difficulty Easy

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 186 kcal

A crunchy, tangy, spicy snack of puffed rice tossed with mustard oil, chopped onion, chillies, peanuts, chanachur, and a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 5.0g

Carbs 28.0g

Fat 6.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian vegan dairy-free gluten-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ peanuts

Equipment Needed

large mixing bowl newspaper cones for serving

Presentation Guide

Vessel: paper cone

Garnishes: lime wedge, extra chilli

Ingredients

4 cups puffed rice (muri)
1 tbsp mustard oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 green chillies, chopped
2 tbsp roasted peanuts
2 tbsp chanachur
1 tbsp chopped coriander
1 tsp chaat masala
1/2 tsp salt
Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

1
Place puffed rice in a large bowl.
2
Add mustard oil and toss to coat evenly.
3
Add onion, green chillies, peanuts, chanachur, and coriander.
4
Sprinkle with chaat masala and salt.
5
Squeeze lime juice over the top and toss vigorously.
6
Serve immediately in paper cones — jhal muri goes soggy fast.

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Did You Know?

Jhal muri vendors in Dhaka can assemble a perfect serving in under 30 seconds, tossing the ingredients with theatrical flair.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large mixing bowl
newspaper cones for serving

Garnishing

lime wedge, extra chilli

The Story Behind Jhal Muri

Jhal muri is the quintessential Bangladeshi walking snack, served from mobile carts at every street corner, park, and ferry terminal. Puffed rice (muri) has been a Bengali staple for centuries, and the jhal (spicy) version emerged as a street food innovation. Each vendor has a secret ratio of spices that builds a loyal customer base.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed afternoon or evening snack 📜 Origins: Bengali street food tradition

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