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Chana Chat

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Time20 Min
DifficultyIntermediate
Serves1

Chana chaat is a popular Indian dish you will find in street food stalls and restaurants alike. The origins of chana ki chaat go back to the B.C. era of India. Back then, there was a cultural exchange between the people which is where the variations of chana chaat recipe were born. Delicious, tangy, and bursting with exotic flavours, our chana chaat is the perfect start to your mornings and also e ... nds evenings on a pleasant note. Chop up vegetables and leafy greens of your choice to add more nutrients to this dish. You can top with sweet potatoes and julienned beets to enhance the flavours. India's original chana chaat recipe was made with fried bread, green chillies, white chickpeas, chopped coriander leaves, and fresh yoghurt. But our recipe takes on a delightful spin of the classic. If you're a diabetic, you can substitute the white garbanzo beans with dark brown chickpeas as they have a lower glycaemic index. Have this as a snack or enjoy a big bowl with your family for a filling meal. You can take a look at our other chickpeas recipes too for more inspiration or customization ideas! To remove the phytic acid from chickpeas and ensure smooth digestion, make sure you soak them overnight before you use them for making this recipe. You can also pair this recipe with your curries, soups and salads to create a full course meal for the entire family.

Nutrition Info. (per serving)

ProteinFatCarbsFibre282 Cal282 Cal282 Cal282 Cal
  • 13gProtein
  • 3gFat
  • 51gCarbs
  • 16gFibre

Ingredients

Fruits & Vegetables

Mint W/o Roots

Mint W/o Roots

1 cup

Ginger

Ginger

1 small piece

Sweet Potato

Sweet Potato

0.5 unit

Tomato

Tomato

0.5 unit

Dairy

Curd

Curd

1.25 tablespoons

Dry Grocery

Black Salt

Black Salt

0.75 teaspoons

Chat Masala

Chat Masala

1 pinch

Tamarind

Tamarind

0.33 teaspoons

Jaggery

Jaggery

0.5 teaspoons

Red Chilli Powder

Red Chilli Powder

0.75 teaspoons

Salt

Salt

1.5 teaspoons

Other

Garlic

Garlic

1 piece

Green Chillies

Green Chillies

1 unit

Coriander Leaves

Coriander Leaves

0.75 cups

Water

Water

1 glass

Jeera Powder

Jeera Powder

1 teaspoon

Lemon Juice

Lemon Juice

1 teaspoon

Raw Whole Black Gram

Raw Whole Black Gram

0.25 cups

Directions
1
In a blender, add Mint Leaves, Coriander Leaves, Green Chilli, Garlic & Ginger.
2
Add Curd & Water.
3
Blend to get a smooth paste.
4
In a bowl, add Cumin Powder, Black Salt, Chaat Masala & Lemon Juice. Mix well.
5
In a bowl, add Tamarind & Water. Let it soak for 1 hour.
6
In a pan, add Jaggery & Water. Melt the Jaggery on medium flame.
7
Add Tamarind pulp and cook for 30 mins.
8
Add Red Chilli Powder, Cumin Powder & Salt. Cook for 10 mins.Remove from heat & set aside.
9
In a bowl, add Black Chana & Water. Let it soak for overnight.
10
In a pan, boil the soaked Black Chana with Salt & Water.
11
Once boiled, strain the water. Keep aside.
12
In a pan, boil Sweet Potato by adding Salt & Water.
13
In a bowl, add diced Sweet Potato & boiled Black Chana.
14
Add Red Chilli Powder, Cumin Powder, Salt & Black Salt. Mix well.
15
Add Lemon Juice, Green Chutney & Tamarind Chutney.
16
Add chopped Tomato, Curd & chopped Coriander Leaves. Mix well.
17
Serve chilled.
Health Benefits of Chana Chaat
Chickpeas are high in fibre and an excellent source of vegetarian protein. For anyone who is watching their calories while aiming for satiety, a bowl of chana chat makes for a satisfying meal option. You can boost the calories in our recipe by simply drizzling the dish with olive oil and adding baked potatoes. The dietary fibre in chole chaat helps curb hunger pangs by keeping you full for longer periods of time. Additionally, it regulates blood sugar levels by preventing insulin spikes. You can add more Vitamin C to this recipe by mixing in sliced pomegranates, sesame seeds, and tomatoes to the bowl. The key idea is to get creative with your recipe and make it truly yours. By adding more nutrition to your diet, not only do you have a recipe that’s delicious but food that’s good for your soul. Indulge in this dish and add it to your daily home menu today! You won’t regret it but fall in love with it.

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