Churmuri – Puffed Rice Salad

A tasty spicy dish prepared using puffed rice.  Churmuri is an evening snack very popular in Mysore.

Cuisine: South Karnataka

Time Required: 30 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:
6 Cups Mysore Puri/Puffed Rice
2 medium sized Onions, Chopped finely
2 Carrots, Grated
1/4 Cup Fresh Coconut, Grated
1/4 Cup Coriander Leaves, Chopped finely
2tsp Oil
2tsp Green Chili paste
2tbsp Spicy split Groundnuts –
(Popularly known as congress beeja in Bangalore/Mysore)
A pinch of Chili Powder
1/4 Cup Raw Mangoes –
(Thothapuri variety), Chopped finely (Optional)
Juice of 1 Lemon
Salt to taste

Method:
In a big bowl mix all the ingredients together quickly with a spatula. Serve immediately.