Meal Prep · Indian
Samosa Chaat
A vibrant and tangy street food delight, transforming humble samosas into an explosion of flavors.
Ingredients
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Step-by-step- If using frozen samosas, bake or fry them according to package instructions until golden brown and heated through. Cut each samosa into 2-3 pieces.
- In a small bowl, lightly mash about half of the drained chickpeas with a fork. Leave the other half whole for texture.
- Arrange the samosa pieces on individual serving plates or a large platter. Top with the mashed and whole chickpeas.
- Drizzle generously with the whisked yogurt, tamarind chutney, and mint-coriander chutney.
- Sprinkle evenly with chopped red onion, tomato, fresh coriander, chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, and black salt.
- Garnish with sev and serve immediately with a lime wedge on the side.
Nutrition
Per serving| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
Storage & Freezer Guide
Make it last Refrigerator Not recommended assembled
Samosa chaat is best enjoyed fresh. The components (chutneys, yogurt, cooked chickpeas, fried samosas) can be stored separately in airtight containers for 2-3 days.
Freezer Not suitable
Assembled chaat does not freeze well due to the fresh ingredients and textures.
Reheat Not applicable
Do not reheat assembled chaat. Reheat samosas separately if desired before assembling.
Chef’s Corner
- For extra crunch, you can toast the chickpeas lightly in a pan with a pinch of salt before adding them to the chaat.
- Customize your chaat by adding other toppings like finely diced potatoes, pomegranate seeds, or crushed papdi (crisp flatbreads).
- Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of red chili powder and the heat of your mint-coriander chutney.
- Always serve immediately after assembly to prevent the samosas from getting soggy.
