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Chaat Recipe – Tangy, Spicy Indian Street Food Snack

Craving Indian street food? Try this easy and delicious Chaat recipe packed with bold flavors, crunchy textures, and zesty chutneys. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party treat!

🥗 What is Chaat?

Chaat is a popular Indian street food dish made with a combination of crunchy ingredients like fried dough (papdi or puri), boiled potatoes, chickpeas, yogurt, and sweet and spicy chutneys. It’s topped with sev (crispy chickpea noodles) and fresh herbs. Chaat is known for its explosive flavors—sweet, tangy, spicy, and savory in every bite!

🛒 Ingredients (for 2 servings)

  • 10 papdis (crispy flour crackers) or mini puris
  • 1 large potato, boiled and diced
  • 1/2 cup boiled chickpeas (chana)
  • 1/2 cup whisked plain yogurt (curd)
  • 2 tbsp green chutney (mint-coriander)
  • 2 tbsp tamarind chutney
  • 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1/4 tsp chaat masala
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup fine sev (crunchy gram noodles)
  • 2 tbsp chopped onion (optional)
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves

🍽️ How to Make Chaat – Step-by-Step

Step 1: Prepare the Base

Arrange papdis on a serving plate. Add chopped boiled potatoes and chickpeas on top.

Step 2: Add Yogurt and Chutneys

Drizzle whisked yogurt generously over the base. Add green chutney and tamarind chutney for sweet and spicy flavor.

Step 3: Add Spices

Sprinkle roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, and a pinch of salt.

Step 4: Add Crunch and Garnish

Top with sev for crunch. Garnish with chopped onions, coriander, and pomegranate seeds if using.

Step 5: Serve Immediately

Chaat is best enjoyed fresh to keep the papdis crisp!

✅ Why You’ll Love This Chaat Recipe

  • 🌱 Vegetarian & gluten-free options
  • 🌶 Flavor-packed and customizable
  • ⏱ Ready in under 15 minutes
  • 🧂 Balanced sweet, spicy, tangy taste
  • 🥳 Perfect for parties, potlucks, or tea-time snacks

📌 Popular Chaat Variations You Can Try

  • Aloo Chaat – Pan-fried potatoes tossed with chaat masala
  • Bhel Puri – Puffed rice mixed with chutneys and vegetables
  • Dahi Puri – Crispy puris filled with yogurt, potatoes, and chutneys
  • Samosa Chaat – Crushed samosa topped with yogurt, chutneys, and sev

🧠 Expert Tips for Perfect Chaat

  • Use fresh papdi or puris to keep it crispy
  • Add chutneys according to your spice tolerance
  • Chill yogurt before use for a refreshing contrast
  • Add sev and pomegranate at the end to retain crunch and freshness

🍴 Serving Suggestion

Serve chaat as a tea-time snack, appetizer for Indian dinners, or a fun addition to your street food night at home. Pair with masala chai or mango lassi for the full experience.

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