Sweet Potato Chaat
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.
“Street-Style Sweet Potato Extravaganza"
“Street-Style Sweet Potato Extravaganza"
Prep Time
15 mins mins
Cook Time
5 mins mins
Serving Size
4
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.
