Sweet corn bhel is a delicious and refreshing Indian street food snack made with boiled sweet corn along with vegetables & sweet-spicy chutneys.
This is an easy-to-make, beginner-friendly, vegan snack recipe best for an evening snack.
About Sweet Corn Bhel
If you love Indian chaat recipes that are on the healthier side, then this sweet corn bhel is the one for you.
This is a no-oil bhel recipe (except for the sev part) packed with beautiful flavours & textures.
Itโs made with boiled sweet corns, onions, tomatoes, flavourful sweet & tangy tamarind chutney, along with spicy coriander chutney.
This is a staple snack at my home, especially during the monsoon season when corn is available in abundance and the rainy evening cravings call for something light & chatpata.
The best thing about this sweet corn bhel is that itโs very quick and easy to make. You may also include this for small gatherings.
This bhel turns out colourful with awesome textures. Itโs popular with kids as well as adults.
This is such a versatile snack that you can easily tweak it according to your liking. This is a fuss-free, no-fail recipe.
So next time you want something different from regular bhel puri, try out this delicious, crunchy and sweet and sweet corn bhel. You are going to love it!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Sweet corn bhel in advance?
You can prep all the ingredients in advance & mix everything just before serving. Avoid mixing chutneys and salt ahead fo time.
Is sweet corn bhel healthy?
Yes, sweet corn is rich in fiber & antioxidants. And when combined with veggies, it turns out to be a nutritious snack. To make it more healhty, skip adding sev or use less. You can substitute sev with pomegranate seeds instead.
Can I skip adding onions while making sweet corn bhel?
Yes, this bhel recipe is so versatile that you can tweak it as per your preference. You may use boiled potatoes and raw mango instead.
Can I use frozen corn to make sweet corn bhel?
Yes, frozen sweet corn works just as well as fresh. Just boil or microwave as per the instructions on the pack.
Variations
Sprouts Corn Bhel โ To make it more healhty, you may add some steamed moong sprouts for more protein.
Cheese Corn Bhel โ If making for kids, you may also grate some cheese on top.
Corn Fruit Bhel โ You may also add some diced apples, pomegranate seeds, and raw mangoes for that sweet, tangy twist.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this bhel immediately after mixing all the ingredients to enjoy the perfect crunch.
This sweet corn bhel makes a perfect tea-time snack, pair it with masala chai or coffee.
Storage Options
Sweet Corn Bhel is best enjoyed fresh. Once the veggies and chutneys are mixed with corn, it will start to become soggy if left aside for a long time.
However, you can prep the ingredients ahead of time and mix them when serving.
You may also make the chutneys and boil the corn a day prior, and store it in the refrigerator.
Related Recipes
More Monsoon Snack Recipes
Chinese Bhel, Crispy Moong Dal Pakoda, Cabbage Pakoda, Sweet Corn Pakoda (Crispy Sweet Corn Fritters), Sweet Corn Palak Pakode (Spinach & Corn Fritters), Kanda Bhajiya (Onion Fritters), Matki Pakoda, Ragda Pattice, Alu Vadi
How to make Chatpata Sweet Corn Bhel
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Recipe Card
Sweet Corn Bhel | Corn Chaat | Sweet Corn Chaat | Healthy Indian Snack
Ingredientsย ย
Methodย
- Heat water & bring it to a boil.
- Add sweet corn kernels. Add salt to taste.
- Cook these corns till they become soft but not mushy. They need to have a slight bite.
- Once cooked, drain the water and keep them aside to cool down.
- In the mixing bowl, add the boiled sweet corn kernels.
- Add finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chillies, raw mango (kairi).
- Add powdered spices, red chilli powder, chaat masala and salt to taste.
- Now add masala boondi, spicy coriander chutney, dates & tamarind chutney, coriander leaves and squeeze half a lemon and mix everything well.
- Transfer the bhel to the serving bowl.
- Garnish the sweet corn bhel with fine sev (besan vermicelli) & coriander leaves.
- Chatpata Sweet Corn Bhel is ready. Serve immediately.
