Shandana’s Chatt

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 5
Shandana's Chatt - A Spicy and Tangy Pakistani Street Food
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

45 ounces red kidney beans
2 baking potatoes , peeled , cooked , & diced
1 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup cilantro , chopped
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
1 1/2 tablespoons chat masala
1/2 cup hot water
2 teaspoons sugar ( or to taste )
1/4 teaspoon chili powder ( or to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
215
Sugar
5g
Fat
1g
Shandana's Chatt is a spicy and tangy street food that is popular across Pakistan and India. This flavorful snack or appetizer is served in small cups or bowls and eaten with a spoon. It is perfect for those who love spicy food. Shandana's Chatt is a combination of red kidney beans, diced potatoes, chopped tomatoes, onion, and cilantro mixed with a tangy tamarind sauce and chat masala. It is best served chilled in small disposable cups during family and friends gatherings or outdoor events.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mash the red kidney beans until mostly smooth.
2.Add the chopped tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Mix well.
3.In another bowl, mix tamarind paste, chat masala, hot water, sugar and chili powder. Stir until well combined.
4.Pour the tamarind mixture into the bowl with the beans. Mix thoroughly.
5.Fold in the cooked diced potatoes.
6.Serve chilled in small bowls or disposable cups.

PROS

Shandana’s Chatt is a flavorful and satisfying street food that can be enjoyed as a snack or appetizer.

It is high in protein and fiber, thanks to the red kidney beans which makes it filling.

The meal is perfect for vegans and vegetarians.

CONS

Shandana’s Chatt is quite spicy and might not be ideal for people with a low tolerance for spicy food.

It can also be quite messy to eat, especially when outdoors.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Red kidney beans in this recipe are rich in fiber, which is essential for regulating digestion.
They also provide protein and iron, making them perfect for vegans and vegetarians.
Tamarind paste contains antioxidants that protect our cells from damage and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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