🧾 Introduction Papdi Chaat
Papdi Chaat is one of Pakistan’s most beloved street food snacks crunchy, tangy, spicy, and refreshing all in one bite. Originating from the vibrant streets of South Asia, this chaat is a chaat-masala-kissed mixture of crispy papdi (fried flour crackers), creamy yogurt, boiled potatoes, chickpeas, and chutneys that burst with flavor.
⚡ Quick Recipe Overview
| Prep Time | Total Time | Servings | Spice Level |
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| 15 mins | 15 mins | 4 | Medium (🌶️) |
Highlights:
✅ No cooking required
✅ Perfect for summer snacking
✅ Vegetarian & protein-packed
✅ Bursting with classic street-food flavor
🛒 Ingredients of Papdi Chaat
🔸 Main Ingredients
🔹1 cup papdi (store-bought or homemade fried crackers)
🔹1 cup boiled potatoes, cubed
🔹1 cup boiled chickpeas (chana), drained
🔹1/2 cup chopped onions
🔹1/2 cup chopped tomatoes (optional)
🔹1 cup plain yogurt, whisked with a pinch of sugar and salt
🔹2–3 tbsp green chutney (mint-coriander chutney)
🔹2–3 tbsp tamarind chutney (imli chutney)
🔹1–2 tsp chaat masala
🔹Salt to taste
🔹Red chili powder or paprika (optional for garnish)
🔹Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
🔹Sev or crushed papdi for garnish
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions of Papdi Chaat
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
🔹Boil and cube potatoes. Boil and drain chickpeas. Whisk yogurt with a little sugar and salt.
🔹Keep chutneys ready and chop onions, tomatoes, and coriander.
Step 2: Assemble the Chaat
🔹Line the bottom of a shallow platter or serving dish with papdi.
🔹Top with boiled potatoes and chickpeas.
🔹Add chopped onions (and tomatoes if using).
🔹Spoon over generous amounts of yogurt.
🔹 Drizzle green chutney and tamarind chutney to taste.
🔹Sprinkle chaat masala, salt, and red chili powder (optional).
Step 3: Garnish & Serve
🔹Top with fresh coriander, sev, and crushed papdi for extra crunch.
🔹Serve immediately before papdi gets soggy.
🔄 Variations
🔹Add pomegranate seeds for color and sweetness.
🔹For more protein variation, try using mung beans or black chana instead of chickpeas.
🔹Make it spicy with green chili slices or crushed red chilies.
🍽️ Serving Tips
🔹Best enjoyed fresh as a snack or appetizer.
🔹Can be served individually in bowls or family-style on a platter.
🔍 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
🔹Calories: 250 Protein: 8g Carbs: 35g Fat: 10g
