By Bornika Das
October 4, 2023
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Chaat, the beloved Indian street food, is a tantalizing burst of flavors and textures that embodies the essence of Indian culinary diversity. Hailing from the streets of Delhi to the bustling markets of Mumbai and the by-lanes of Kolkata, chaat is a ubiquitous treat enjoyed by people from all walks of life. These chaats can be recreated at home as well. Take a look:
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This iconic street food consists of hollow, crispy puris filled with a spicy and tangy mixture of tamarind chutney, mashed potatoes, and flavored mint-coriander water. You can buy ready made puris and make the potatoes, water and chutney at home.
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Bhel Puri is a light and refreshing snack made from puffed rice mixed with chopped vegetables, tamarind chutney, and a blend of spices
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Aloo Tikki Chaat features crispy potato patties (tikkis) served with yogurt, chutneys, and a sprinkle of chaat masala.
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Dahi Puri involves puris filled with yogurt, tamarind chutney, and a potato mixture. The yogurt adds a creamy contrast to the crispy puris.
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Sev Puri consists of flat, crispy puris topped with a layer of mashed potatoes, diced onions, tomatoes, chutneys, and generous amounts of sev.
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Arrange the papdis on a plate, and top them with yogurt, chutneys, diced potatoes, and a garnish of fresh coriander leaves. It's a delightful mix of crunch and creaminess.
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Ragda Pattice features potato patties served with a spicy white pea curry (ragda) and an assortment of chutneys.
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Chole Chaat is a North Indian favorite. It combines spicy chickpea curry (chole) with diced onions, tomatoes, yogurt, and a drizzle of tangy tamarind chutney.
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Found in the street of West Bengal, Aloo Kabli is a quintessential street food made with boiled ptatoes cut into slices and mixed with tamarind chutney, spices and coriander leaves.
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