Punugulu


Punugulu / Punukkulu is an Andhra Pradesh snack and common street food in Vijayawada and few coastal districts of Andhra Pradesh. Punugulu is a deep fried snack made with rice, urad dal and other spices. They are often served with peanut chutney called as palli chutney or coconut chutney or verusanaga chutney or Toordal chutney called as Kandhi Pachadi or they can be served with capsicum peanut chutney. They are also very popular in Hyderabad & Old MIG.

Preparation

Punugulu is prepared with rice batter which is used to make idly, dosa. The batter may be fresh or fermented. Accordingly, the taste differs. First oil is heated in a vessel for frying. A small amount of batter in added into the oil and deep fried. Punugulu is generally crispy outside and soft inside.