Name: Corn & ~Bell Pepper Bhel~ Recipe: Quick & Crunchy Snack
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup Sweet corn (frozen); ¼ cup Onion (diced); ¼ cup Tomato (deseeded and diced); ¼ cup Cucumber (diced); ¼ cup Red bell pepper (capsicum) (diced); ¼ cup Sev /bhujia; ½ cup Fried boondi; 1 tablespoon Green chutney; 1–2 teaspoons Tamarind chutney; ½ teaspoon Red chilli powder; 1 teaspoon Chaat masala; ¼ teaspoon Black salt (kala namak); 2 teaspoons Lime juice; 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves(finely chopped)

Question 1

1. Can I use fresh corn instead of frozen corn?

Accepted Answer

Yes, fresh corn works perfectly in this recipe. Just boil it until tender before using. It adds a slightly sweeter and juicier flavour compared to frozen corn.

Question 2

2. Can I make this Corn and bell pepper bhel recipe ahead of time?

Accepted Answer

You can prepare the vegetables and chutneys in advance, keep them in separate bowls and then combine everything just before serving. This ensures the bhel stays fresh, crisp, and full of flavour.

Question 3

3. What can I add for extra crunch?

Accepted Answer

You can add roasted peanuts, crushed papdi, or even toasted puffed rice to give the bhel an extra crunchy texture.

Question 4

4. What other vegetables can I add to this bhel?

Accepted Answer

You can add grated carrots, boiled potatoes, mong sprouts, or finely chopped raw mango for extra flavour, texture, and a refreshing twist to the bhel.