Bhalle are soft and fluffy lentil dumplings made from soaked urad dal (split black gram), deep-fried until golden, and then soaked in water to make them light and airy. They are served chilled, generously topped with creamy yogurt (dahi), sweet and tangy tamarind chutney, spicy green chutney, and sprinkled with roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, and black salt.

A popular North Indian street food and festive delicacy, Dahi Bhalla offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. It’s commonly served during festivals like Holi and Diwali, or as a refreshing appetizer.

Key Ingredients:

• Urad dal (split black gram)

• Yogurt (dahi)

• Tamarind chutney

• Green chutney

• Roasted cumin powder

• Red chili powder

• Black salt

• Salt and oil