Crispy Aloo Chaat is a beloved Indian street food made with fried cubed potatoes. It’s seasoned with spices like chaat masala, red chili powder, and roasted cumin, then topped with tangy tamarind and mint-coriander chutneys. Garnished with coriander leaves, sev and pomegranate seeds, this dish offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors—crispy, spicy, tangy, and fresh—all in one bite.
Here’s a detailed recipe for crispy aloo chaat, a popular Indian street food:
Ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, semi boiled, peeled, and cubed
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Tamarind chutney
- Mint-coriander chutney
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Oil/ghee for frying
- Sev (crispy chickpea flour noodles) for garnish (optional)
- Pomegranate seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Boil the potatoes until they’re just cooked but not too soft. Peel and cut them into cubes.
- Frying the Potatoes:
- Heat oil/ghee in a pan for deep frying. Once the oil is hot, add the cubed potatoes in batches and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Assemble the Chaat:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the fried potatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves.
- Add the chaat masala, red chili powder, roasted cumin powder, and salt. Mix everything well, ensuring the spices coat the ingredients evenly.
- Add Chutneys:
- Drizzle tamarind chutney and mint-coriander chutney over the potato mixture according to your taste preferences and mix well. These chutneys add tanginess and spice to the chaat.
- Garnish:
- Top the chaat with a handful of sev for crunchiness and a burst of flavor. You can also add some pomegranate seeds for a sweet and tangy taste.
- Serve Immediately:
- Crispy aloo chaat is best enjoyed fresh. Serve it immediately after garnishing to retain the crispiness of the potatoes.
This crispy aloo chaat is a flavorful and tangy snack that’s perfect for any occasion or as a quick treat! Adjust the spice levels and toppings according to your taste preferences.
