Samosa Chaat is a perfect comfort food that pairs well with warm chai.
The word ‘chaat’ comes from the Hindi word ‘chaatna’ which means ‘to lick.’ And the chaat dishes are always so good that you can actually call them ‘finger-licking delicious’! The cool curd provides a creamy and luscious contrast to the dish, while the finely chopped onions and sev offer a refreshing crunch. Chutneys lend a sweet and tangy kick to the recipe, while the spices infuse the dish with myriad flavors that make each bite completely irresistible.
A super easy and quick dish Incredibly flavorful, addictively delicious, and vibrantly textured Authentic Indian street food that satisfies the soul Can be made vegan A partially make-ahead recipe, And a perfect crowd-pleaser!
A completely customizable dish, Samosa Chaat is created with varying ingredients, and there is no right or wrong way of making this chaat. Known for its tangy, spicy, and savory flavors, every bite of Samosa Chaat delivers crunchy, crispy, and soft textures and a visual appeal that impresses the onlooker.
Chole — Also known as chickpeas or Kabuli chana, chole is used in the form of curry that is added to the chaat, or you can toss them in dry spices and add them to the recipe. Either way, it is a great addition that brings crunch and texture to the recipe. Green Chutney — Made with mint and coriander as the base ingredients, green chutney is a tangy condiment that adds tons of refreshing flavor with a slightly spicy touch to the recipe. Sev — A thin, crispy spaghetti-like snack made with gram flour and spiced with seasonings, Sev is used as a topping that adds crunch and spiciness to the recipe. Curd — Whipped plain curd with a pinch of salt is used for this recipe. It is an essential component of the dish that balances out the spice flavor while adding creaminess and a slight tanginess to the recipe. Onions — Onions (chopped) lend a pungent earthy flavor and a crunchy texture to the recipe that makes the recipe super exciting. Chaat Masala — This lends a unique flavor to the recipe and enhances its overall taste with a medley of flavors that it hosts (like spicy, tangy, and slightly salty). Cilantro — Chopped cilantro leaves bring freshness to the recipe while also adding color and a unique herby taste. Pomegranate arils — A few pomegranate arils are sprinkled over the dish for a pop of color and fun.
For crispy samosas — Frying samosas on low heat will yield crispy samosas, ideal for this recipe. Therefore, if you are using homemade samosas, ensure they are fried on low heat to bring delicious crispiness. Choice of chickpeas— You can use fresh and canned chickpeas to prepare this recipe. If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them well to eliminate the extra sodium used in the preservation process. If this step is neglected, your chole will have extra sodium content, which we don’t want. Size of the samosa — Medium-sized samosas result in the best Chole samosa chaat recipe as they will not overpower the flavors from other ingredients. Different elements make this recipe super tasty and flavorful; therefore, we can negotiate on the size of the samosas. Petite size works best; you can add twice the number of samosas without going overboard. Vegan can be awesome, too! Swap curd with other dairy-free and vegan options and create a gorgeously delicious vegan samosa chaat that your taste buds will love! For the best-tasting chaat — This Chole Samosa chaat is a beautiful blend of warm and cool ingredients with varied textures and flavors. It tastes best when the samosas and chole are warm, and the curd (dahi) and the chutneys are at room temperature. Serve this samosa chaat when the samosas are still crispy, and the chole is warm. Top it with curd and chutneys at room temperature and dig into the irresistibly delicious dish. Presentation doubles the deliciousness —Presentation is the essence of the recipe that makes it a blockbuster! The recipe’s deliciousness is elevated, with the texture and flavor of every ingredient blending harmoniously with each other. Imagine the delightful contrast of crispy samosas coupled with the warm chole, zingy chutneys, and creamy, tangy curd topped with crunchy onions and sev! This is sheer deliciousness served on a platter! Another variation could be to top your chaat with ragda. Either way, your chaat will taste fantastic. You can also consider leftover chole like pindi chole as your topping; it will be a great option, too. Modify the chaat to your liking — Toppings can be adjusted according to your taste. If you are not a beetroot fan, you can skip it altogether. The same goes for the pomegranate arils.
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So, shall we begin with the recipe? The flavors, aromas, and vibrant colors of this savory delicacy await you! So, roll up your sleeves, put on your apron, and let’s dive right in!
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