🍽️Appetizer

Classic Chickpea & Potato Chaat

Name: Classic Chickpea & Potato Chaat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 2 cups boiled chickpeas; 1 cup boiled potatoes, diced; 1 cup onion, finely chopped; 1 cup tomatoes, finely chopped; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons tamarind chutney; 2 tablespoons green chutney (coriander and mint); 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder; 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon chaat masala; Salt, to taste; 1/2 cup sev (crispy chickpea noodles); Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish); Lemon wedges (for serving)

"Experience an authentic explosion of Indian street flavors with this vibrant, tangy, and protein-packed savory salad."

Prep:15 min

Cook:45 min

LevelMedium

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● Ingredients

2 cups boiled chickpeas
1 cup boiled potatoes, diced
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 cup tomatoes, finely chopped
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons tamarind chutney
2 tablespoons green chutney (coriander and mint)
1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon chaat masala
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup sev (crispy chickpea noodles)
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (for serving)

🌱 Vegetarian🌱 High-Protein🌱 Fiber-Rich🌱 Nut-Free🌱 Indian Street Food⚡ Medium

❤️Health82%

😋Taste96%

🥳Joy94%

👨‍🍳Difficulty15/100

📜 The Story

Chaat originated in the royal kitchens of North India, allegedly created during the Mughal era as a flavorful, spice-rich snack to fortify the immune system. This specific chickpea and potato variation, known as Aloo Chana Chaat, has become the heartbeat of South Asian street food culture, celebrated for its perfect balance of the five basic tastes.

🧬 Flavor DNA

🍋Sour

9/10

🧂Salty

5/10

🌶️Spicy

6/10

🍯Sweet

6/10

🍄umami

4/10

☕Bitter

2/10

✨ Sensory Profile

"A vibrant explosion of textures where the velvety softness of boiled potatoes meets the snap of fresh onions and the delicate, golden crunch of sev. The aroma is a complex tapestry of earthy roasted cumin and sharp, citrusy coriander, punctuated by the mouth-watering tang of tamarind."

Chef's Mastery

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The Secret

For an elevated flavor profile, dry-roast whole cumin seeds and crush them manually just before adding to release the volatile oils.

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Avoid This

Adding the sev and chutneys too far in advance, which results in a soggy texture rather than the desired contrast of crunch and cream.

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Storage

Components should be stored separately in airtight containers; once assembled, the dish must be consumed immediately to maintain its structural integrity.

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, add the boiled chickpeas and diced potatoes. Gently toss to combine, taking care not to break the potatoes.

Add the finely chopped onions and tomatoes, mixing lightly until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Spoon the yogurt over the chaat, followed by drizzling the tamarind chutney and green chutney to create a balance of creamy, sweet, tangy, and herbal flavors.

Sprinkle in the roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, chaat masala, and salt to taste.

Mix gently until all the ingredients are well coated. Taste and adjust seasoning or chutneys as needed.

Just before serving, generously sprinkle the sev on top to preserve its crunch.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for a bright, fresh finish.