Description
A tangy, sweet, and spicy Indian street food made with chickpeas, aromatic spices, and crunchy toppings. Perfect as a snack or appetizer to satisfy all your flavor cravings!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained & rinsed)
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
- 10–12 curry leaves
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp chaat masala
- 1 tbsp tamarind chutney
- 1 tbsp jaggery or brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp finely chopped onions
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
- 2 tbsp Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) or crushed papdi (crispy crackers)
- 1/2 lime, for squeezing
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Toss in curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds.
- Cook the Chickpeas: Add cooked chickpeas to the pan and stir well. Sprinkle turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly.
- Add Sweet & Tangy Flavor: Stir in tamarind chutney and jaggery. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes until well combined and slightly caramelized.
- Finish & Serve: Remove from heat and mix in chaat masala. Transfer to a serving bowl.
- Garnish: Top with chopped onions, fresh coriander, crispy Sev, and a squeeze of lime. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder and jaggery based on your preference for spiciness and sweetness.
- Sev can be replaced with crushed papdi or even roasted peanuts for a different crunch.
- This chaat can be enjoyed as a light snack or served as a side dish to a larger meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Street Food, Plant-Based
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Indian
