Farsan is a term originating from Gujarat, India, that broadly refers to fried, savory snacks. Bhel is a popular Indian street food, usually made with a base of puffed rice. If you have Farsan lying at home, from sev and chakli to chevda and namkeen, then transform them into crunchy Navratri bhel in minutes. If you’re still fasting, you can use roasted makhanas as a base instead. And if you’re not fasting, you can add onions to the mix, too. This Navratri bhel from leftover snacks is easy to put together, highly customisable, and delightfully crunchy.
Dice the potato and tomato, peel the pomegranate, and chop the apple, green chilli, and coriander leaves. Dry roast the peanuts if not using roasted peanuts. If using makhana or puffed rice and they feel soft, dry roast for 2 minutes to re-crisp.
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Step 2: Mix all the vegetables
Take a large bowl and add all the vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes), along with rock salt and lemon juice. Gently toss it all. Taste test and add chopped coriander at the end.
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Step 3: Add the farsan
If the farsan is slightly stale or soft, lightly roast it in an air fryer or a pan for 2-3 minutes to restore the crunch. Break large pieces into bite-sized chunks. Add the crisp farsan, along with the makhanas and puffed rice (if using), to the bowl with the veggies and gently mix it all. Add rock salt, lemon juice, and taste test. Serve it fresh, or the bhel may get soggy.