Description
Samosa Chaat is a vibrant and flavorful Indian street food that combines crispy samosas with a medley of tangy tamarind chutney, cooling yogurt, and a variety of fresh toppings. This dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and tastes, making it a popular choice for gatherings, snacks, or as a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 vegetarian samosas (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas (ragda)
- 1 small red onion, finely sliced
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- ¾ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teabag (for additional flavor)
- 200–300 ml Greek yogurt, whisked
- 3–4 spring onions, finely chopped
- Handful of fine sev or Bombay mix (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Tamarind chutney, to taste
- Green chutney, to taste
- Pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions: Place the finely sliced red onion in a heatproof bowl filled with just-boiled water. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then drain and toss with lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Cook the Spiced Chickpeas: Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the cumin seeds and wait for them to sizzle. Add the cooked chickpeas, salt, turmeric, chili powder, ground cumin, and the contents of the teabag. Stir well and simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse. Gently mash some of the chickpeas to create a sauce-like consistency.
- Assemble the Chaat: On a serving platter, break the samosas into chunks. Spoon the spiced chickpeas over the samosas. Drizzle with whisked Greek yogurt and top with the pickled red onions.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped spring onions, fresh coriander leaves, and sev or Bombay mix over the top. Add tamarind and green chutneys to taste. Optionally, garnish with pomegranate seeds for a burst of sweetness. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of textures and flavors.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add finely chopped green chilies to the chickpea mixture.
- To make this dish vegan, use dairy-free yogurt and ensure the samosas are free from animal products.
- Samosa Chaat is best enjoyed immediately after preparation to maintain the crispiness of the samosas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 366 kcal
- Sugar: undefined
- Sodium: 2g
- Fat: undefined
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: undefined