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Dahi Makhana Chaat Recipe For Healthy Snacking This Summer

By Yash Lakhan

May 5, 2024

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Dahi makhana chaat is the perfect combination of taste and health. Makhana and dahi act as a decent source of protein while also tasting absolutely fabulous in this simple dish. Made using staple pantry ingredients, this snack can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

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Ingredients

2 cups makhana 1 cup yoghurt 1 small onion 1 small tomato 1 small cucumber 1 tablespoon coriander leaves 1 teaspoon chaat masala 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder Salt to taste Oil for frying Optional: Sev, tamarind chutney, 1 green chilli

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Step 1

Heat oil in a pan and fry the makhana until they are crisp. You can skip this step if you prefer to use roasted makhana.

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Step 2

In a bowl, combine the chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, green chilli, and coriander leaves.

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Step 3

Add the fried or roasted makhana to the bowl. Pour the whisked yoghurt over the makhana and vegetables.

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Step 4

Sprinkle chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, and salt over the yoghurt. If using, drizzle some tamarind chutney over the chaat for extra flavour.

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Step 5

Garnish with sev on top. Serve and enjoy your snack.

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