Chana chat recipe method

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Chana Chaat, a popular Indian street food dish made with chickpeas.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (or 1 cup cooked chickpeas)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, finely chopped
• 1 small cucumber, finely chopped
• 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala
• 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• Sev or crushed papdi (for garnish, optional)
• Pomegranate seeds (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chickpeas: If using canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them under cold water. If using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook until tender.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, onion, tomato, cucumber, green chilies, and cilantro.
3. Season: Add lemon juice, chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, and salt. Toss everything gently to combine.
4. Serve: Let it sit for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve in bowls, garnished with sev or crushed papdi and pomegranate seeds if desired.

Tips:

• Adjust the spice level to your preference by modifying the amount of green chilies.
• You can also add boiled potatoes or yogurt for extra flavor and texture.

Enjoy your Chana Chaat!