Ingredients

275 g cooked chicken , pulled into strips
3 tablespoons mango chutney
2 teaspoons curry paste
1 firm banana
2 tablespoons chopped toasted peanuts
1 red pepper , seeded and chopped
3 spring onions , chopped
8 small pappadams
1/4 cucumber , thinly sliced
Crunchy Indian-Style Sandwiches are inspired by the traditional Indian snack called papdi chaat, which is made with deep-fried dough wafers. In this recipe, the wafers are replaced by pappadams, a crispy Indian flatbread that is made from lentil flour and spices. The sandwich filling is a combination of cooked chicken, mango chutney, curry paste, chopped toasted peanuts, red pepper, spring onions, and cucumber slices. The result is a colorful and flavorful sandwich that is easy to prepare and pleasing to the palate.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, mango chutney, and curry paste.
2.Cut the firm banana into thin rounds.
3.Add the chopped toasted peanuts, red pepper, and spring onions to the bowl, and mix until all ingredients are combined.
4.Heat a frying pan over high heat and fry the pappadams, one at a time, until crisp. Remove and set aside to cool.
5.Spread some of the chicken filling on one side of each pappadam.
6.Add a few slices of cucumber on top of the filling on each pappadam.
7.Fold the pappadams in half and serve immediately.

PROS

Easy and quick to make, these sandwiches are perfect for a snack or lunch.

The combination of mango chutney, curry paste, and peanuts brings bold and exotic flavors to the dish.

CONS

Pappadams are made from lentil flour and can be high in carbs and calories, so this sandwich should be enjoyed in moderation.

Some people may not enjoy the texture of pappadams when they are used as sandwich shells.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sandwich is a good source of protein and fiber from the chicken and lentil flour.
The red pepper and cucumber provide essential vitamins and minerals.
Curry paste contains turmeric, a spice that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

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