Sweet Potato Chaat

Name: Sweet Potato Chaat
Prep time: 15 mins
Cook time: 5 mins
Yield: 4 servings

Street-Style Sweet Potato Extravaganza

Prep Time 15 mins min
Cook Time 5 mins min
Serving Size 4
Recipe Type Hob

Sweet Potato Chaat is a delightful fusion of flavors, inspired by the vibrant corners of Indian street food culture. Crispy fried sweet potato cubes are tossed with tangy tamarind chutney, zesty green chutney, and a hint of creamy yogurt. Topped with crunchy sev, juicy pomegranate seeds, and sprouted moong, every bite is a riot of textures and tastes. The perfect balance of sweetness, spice, and tang makes this chaat a versatile treat for festive gatherings or casual cravings, bringing a touch of nostalgia and culinary magic to your plate.

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes:

2 medium-sized sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
2 tbsp oil (for roasting or frying))
Salt to taste
1/2 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp chaat masala
1/2 tsp ground cumin

For the Chaat Toppings:

1 small onion (finely chopped)
1 small tomato (finely chopped)
1 green chili (finely chopped, optional)
2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional, for sweetness)
2 tbsp sprouted moong
2 tbsp tamarind chutney
2 tbsp green chutney
3-4 tbsp yogurt (whisked with a pinch of salt and sugar, optional)
2 tbsp sev or bhujiya (for crunch)

Method

Heat oil in a pan and shallow fry the cubes until golden brown. Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
Toss sweet potato cubes with a little oil, salt, red chili powder, chaat masala, and ground cumin.
Add fried sweet potato cubes in a large mixing bowl.
Add the chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and fresh coriander leaves to the bowl.
Drizzle tamarind chutney, green chutney, and yogurt (if using) over the sweet potatoes.
Sprinkle sprouted moong, pomegranate seeds, sev, and a pinch of extra chaat masala on top for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately while the sweet potatoes are warm, and the toppings are fresh and vibrant.

Did you know?

Did you know the humble Shakarkand (sweet potato) has been a part of India's culinary history for centuries? From being roasted in winter bazaars to starring in traditional desserts, this nutrient-packed root has sweet stories to tell! Dive into its flavorful journey with us.

Find out more about the history and tradition of the dish

In India, ragi has been found in archaeological excavations dating back to 1800 BC, and has been associated with honouring poets with a concoction of ragi, milk, and honey.

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