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Authentic Street-Style Papdi Chaat (Indian Nachos) – Crispy, Tangy & Wholesome
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20 min
Prep Time
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10 min
Cook Time
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4
Servings
5.0
Rating / 5
MABAPU TM Vegetarian (Veg)
Healthy Diet
What you'll need
Fresh from
the market
60
60 Papdi / Crispy Wheat Crackers, 2-inch circles (पापड़ी)
1 can
1 can (16 oz) Chickpeas / Chana, drained and rinsed (1.5 cup cooked) (चना)
2
2 medium Potatoes / Aloo, boiled and cooled (12 oz / 1.5 cup diced) (आलू)
2 cup
2 cups Plain Yogurt / Dahi, fresh and not Greek (सादा दही)
0.75 cup
3/4 cup Tamarind Chutney / Imli Ka Chutney, sweet and tangy (इमली का चटनी)
0.25 teaspoon
1/4 teaspoon Salt for yogurt (नमक)
1 teaspoon
1 teaspoon Roasted Cumin Powder / Bhuna Jeera (भुना जीरा)
0.5
1/2 to 1 teaspoon Cayenne Powder / Lal Mirch, to taste (लाल मिर्च)
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01
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Prepare the Papdi: If making from scratch, prepare 60 crispy fried wheat cracker rounds (papdi). Alternatively, use store-bought papdi or crispy fried tortillas as a convenient substitute. Ensure they...
02
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain the canned chickpeas in a colander. Rinse them thoroughly under cold running water for 2-3 changes of water to remove excess sodium and starch. Drain well and place in a s...
03
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Prepare the Potatoes: Boil 2 medium potatoes in salted water until a knife pierces through them easily (approximately 15-20 minutes). Do not overcook. Remove from water, let them cool completely to ro...
04
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Roast and Grind Cumin: Dry roast 2-4 tablespoons of cumin seeds in a dry pan over medium flame until they turn dark reddish-brown and release a strong, nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool compl...
05
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Whip the Yogurt: In a large bowl, add 2 cups of plain yogurt. Whisk or stir until smooth. If the yogurt is very thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until it reaches a pourable, drizzle-able con...
06
Step
Phase 1: Preparation & Setup
Set Up the Assembly Station: Arrange all components within reach: a bowl of papdi, a bowl of diced potatoes, a bowl of chickpeas, the whipped yogurt, the tamarind chutney in a small bowl, and small sh...
07
Step
Phase 2: Assembly & Serving
Assemble the Base: Take a 7-8 inch wide plate. Arrange 10 papdi in a single layer, slightly overlapping if necessary, to create a stable base for the toppings.
08
Step
Phase 2: Assembly & Serving
Add Proteins & Veggies: Sprinkle 1/4 cup of the rinsed chickpeas and 1/4 cup of the diced boiled potatoes evenly over the papdi base. Ensure the toppings are distributed well for balance in each bite.
Per Serving
Nutrition
Breakdown
1 plate (approximately 200g)
1058.50
Calories per serving
19.40g
Protein
80.72g
Carbs
42.21g
Fat
Fiber 12.23g
Sugar 22.42g
Sodium 10555.00mg
Cholesterol 0.00mg
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