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Aloo Chaat

Serves 3
25 mins
210 Kcal
Aloo chaat can be described as a renowned street food in India, boldening your taste buds with spicy, tangy, and savoury flavours. This simple recipe will undoubtedly attract a crowd for any party or quick snack at home. Begin this tasty recipe of aloo chaat by using the following ingredients: 3-4 medium potatoes. Boil and peel the potatoes, cut them into very small cubed pieces, and heat a pan with a tablespoon of oil by putting the diced potatoes in it; fry until the potato turns golden and crispy. Mix saut ed potatoes in a bowl with chaat masala and a tablespoon of it, a teaspoon of red chilli powder, and salt to taste. One can add some finely chopped green chillies and a squeeze of lemon juice for added zest. Lastly, a handful of fresh coriander and mint leaves are added for the garnish. Finish with a drizzle of tamarind chutney and yoghurt on top. Additional finishing touches could also be in the form of crispy chickpeas or noodles, known as seven. This aloo chaat is best served immediately when potato cubes are warm and crunchy. Garnishing with seeds of pomegranate would add pops of colour to the dish. This quick and flavoured aloo chaat recipe will surely be one of the hot favourites in your house. Whether it is served as an appetiser or even a light meal, it is a lovely way to enjoy the rich flavour of Indian cuisine!

Ingredients required for Aloo Chaat

  1. 500 gms potato
  2. 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  3. 1/4 cup tomato
  4. 1/4 cup green chutney
  5. Sev
  6. 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
  7. Coriander
  8. 1/2 tsp chaat masala
  9. 1/4 cup curd
  10. 1/4 cup onion
  11. Salt
  12. Oil

Cooking steps for Aloo Chaat

  1. 1
    Start by washing and peeling 500 gms of potatoes.
  2. 2
    All dirt and impurities from the potatoes have to be removed to make them clean.
  3. 3
    From this stage, cut into small, equal cubes. Cutting them into equal sizes ensures they will fry uniformly for crisps.
  4. 4
    After cutting the potatoes, soak them in a bowl of water for about 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    Soaking removes excess starch from the potatoes. This prevents them from sticking together while frying and provides a crispier texture.
  6. 6
    Drain out the water once soaked, and pat dry potato cubes with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  7. 7
    Elimination of excess moisture in potatoes is essential if one desires the crispy golden exterior in fried foods.
  8. 8
    Place a deep frying pan or kadai on the stove and heat a generous amount of oil over medium heat.
  9. 9
    Neutral-tasting oils such as vegetable oil or sunflower oil can be used for frying.
  10. 10
    One way to know when the oil is hot enough is by taking a tiny piece of potato and dropping it into the oil.
  11. 11
    If it sizzles and rises to the surface, then the oil is hot enough.
  12. 12
    Add the potato cubes carefully in batches so it does not overcrowd the pan.
  13. 13
    Fry the potatoes for about 8-10 minutes or until they turn golden brown with a crispy exterior.
  14. 14
    Now and then, stir them to make sure they are cooked on all sides.
  15. 15
    Once the potatoes are perfectly crispy, use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined up with paper towels.
  16. 16
    This way, the paper towels will absorb the extra oil, and the potatoes will not be greasy.
  17. 17
    Put the fried potato cubes in a large mixing bowl.
  18. 18
    Add the following fresh ingredients for flavour and texture to these crispy potatoes.
  19. 19
    Crunch and sharpness comes with ¼ cup of chopped onions.
  20. 20
    For freshness with a hint of sweetness, add ¼ cup of diced tomatoes.
  21. 21
    Then comes ¼ cup of chopped coriander leaves for bright, refreshing flavours.
  22. 22
    Add some cumin powder, chaat masala, salt and pepper to taste. You can also add some green coriander chutney to give it a tangy twist. Your recipe of Aloo chaat is ready to be devoured.

Shop Ingredients

Coriander
20
1
Oil
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730
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241
1
Tomato (1/4 cup)
39
1
47
1
Sev
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1
50
1
75
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50
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85
1
73
1
55
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55
1
55
1
65
1
Red Chilli Powder (1/2 Tsp)
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300
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Curd (1/4 cup)
32
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39
1
50
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126
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42
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57
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33
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70
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130
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Potato (500 gms)
45
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82
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39
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Salt
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21
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22
1
50
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107
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56
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47
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75
1
Chaat Masala (1/2 Tsp)
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85
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65
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87
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40
1
52
1
86
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119
1
67
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216
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Cumin Powder (1/2 Tsp)
69
1
51
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98
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100
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79
1
175
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118
1
81
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Onion (1/4 cup)
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FAQs

Can I boil potatoes for aloo chaat rather than frying them?

You can use boiled potatoes for aloo chaat to have a healthier alternative. Though fried potatoes offer more crunch, boiled ones will still be able to absorb the chutneys and spices well. All you have to do is make them relatively well-seasoned and cut them into small cubes for the best texture.

How to spice up the aloo chaat recipe?

You can include more red chilli powder or chopped fresh green chillies to spice it up further. A pinch of chaat masala will also serve the purpose reasonably well; its flavour profile typically carries some spice from the cumin and black pepper. Taste it and add or reduce spice accordingly.

Can aloo chaat be made ahead?

Yes, most parts of aloo chaat can be prepared ahead: boil and chop the potatoes well in advance and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Chutneys and spices are best left unmixed until the very last so the potatoes do not get soggy and lose their flavour.