Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of puffed rice
- 1 cup of boiled potatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup of chopped onions
- 1/2 cup of chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup of chopped coriander leaves
- 1/4 cup of tamarind chutney
- 1/4 cup of mint chutney
- 1/4 cup of sev
- 1/4 cup of roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup of pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon of chaat masala
- Salt to taste
Special equipment needed:
None
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, add the puffed rice, boiled potatoes, chopped onions, chopped tomatoes, and chopped coriander leaves.
2. Add the tamarind chutney and mint chutney to the mixing bowl and mix well.
3. Add the sev, roasted peanuts, and pomegranate seeds to the mixing bowl and mix well.
4. Add the chaat masala and salt to taste and mix well.
5. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: None
Temperature:
Room temperature
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 180
Fat per serving: 5g
Carbohydrates per serving: 30g
Protein per serving: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of puffed rice, you can use corn flakes or any other crispy cereal.
- Instead of boiled potatoes, you can use boiled sweet potatoes or boiled chickpeas.
- Instead of tamarind chutney and mint chutney, you can use any other sweet and tangy chutney of your choice.
- Instead of sev, you can use any other crispy snack.
- Instead of roasted peanuts, you can use roasted cashews or almonds.
- Instead of pomegranate seeds, you can use any other fruit of your choice.
Variations:
- You can add grated carrots, chopped cucumber, or boiled green peas to the chaat.
- You can add some chopped green chillies or red chilli powder for some extra spice.
- You can add some grated cheese or paneer for some extra creaminess.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the chaat well before serving.
- You can adjust the amount of chutney and spices according to your taste.
- You can prepare the chaat in advance and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Storage instructions:
Store the chaat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
None
Presentation ideas:
Serve the chaat in a bowl or on a plate.
Garnishes:
Garnish the chaat with some chopped coriander leaves and sev.
Pairings:
Pheka chaat pairs well with masala chai or any other hot beverage.
Suggested side dishes:
None
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chaat is too dry, add some more chutney or a little bit of water.
- If the chaat is too wet, add some more puffed rice or any other crispy snack.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh and clean ingredients.
Food history:
Pheka chaat is a popular street food in India, especially in the northern regions.
Flavor profiles:
Pheka chaat is sweet, tangy, spicy, and crispy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the chaat as a snack or appetizer.
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Region: Indian