Peanut chaat is a zesty, Indian-inspired snack bursting with flavors. Boiled peanuts are mixed with chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, and spices like chaat masala, cumin, and chili powder. Tossed together with a squeeze of lemon juice, it offers a delightful blend of tangy, spicy, and nutty flavors. Topped with optional sev for crunch, this quick and easy chaat is perfect for a flavorful snack or appetizer
Here’s a detailed recipe for you:
Ingredients:
For Boiling Peanuts:
- 1 cup raw peanuts
- Water
- Salt
For Peanut Chaat:
- 1 cup boiled peanuts
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, finely chopped
- 1 small cucumber, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Tamarind chutney (optional)
- Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Boiling Peanuts:
- Rinse the raw peanuts under running water.
- In a pressure cooker or a large pot, add the peanuts, enough water to cover them, and salt.
- Pressure cook for about 15-20 minutes until the peanuts are cooked and soft. If using a pot, cook until the peanuts are tender.
Making Peanut Chaat:
- Once the peanuts are boiled and cooled, drain any excess water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the boiled peanuts, chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumber, green chili, and coriander leaves.
- Add chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, lemon juice, and salt. Mix everything well to ensure the spices coat the peanuts and veggies evenly.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- If desired, add a drizzle of tamarind chutney for extra tanginess.
Serving:
- Transfer the prepared peanut chaat to serving bowls or plates.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of sev on top for added crunch and flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the crunchy, tangy, and spicy peanut chaat as a snack or appetizer.
Additional Tips:
- You can customize the chaat by adding chopped boiled potatoes, grated carrots, or even pomegranate seeds for more flavors and textures.
- Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by altering the amount of green chili and red chili powder.
This peanut chaat is a versatile dish that can be adjusted to suit various tastes, so feel free to experiment with the ingredients and spices to create your perfect blend of flavors!
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