Indian · serves 2

Aloo Chaat

Crisp fried potato with chutneys. Fifteen minutes of pure street food.

20 min Easy Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 5 potatoes, boiled and cubed
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chilli powder
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • Green chutney and tamarind chutney
  • 1 lemon
  • Coriander, sev
  • 4 tbsp oil

Method

  1. Boil the potatoes the day before if you can — cold potatoes crisp much better.
  2. Get the oil properly hot, then fry the cubes in one layer without moving them for 4 minutes.
  3. Turn once, another 4 minutes, until they're crisp and dark at the corners.
  4. Drain, then toss immediately with chaat masala, cumin, chilli and salt while hot.
  5. Both chutneys, onion, lemon.
  6. Sev and coriander. Serve within two minutes or the crisp is gone.

Questions people ask about Aloo Chaat

How long does Aloo Chaat take?

About 20 minutes from starting to sitting down, and it is straightforward. That is start-to-finish, so it works on a weeknight when you have not planned anything.

What can I use instead of potato in Aloo Chaat?

Use waxy potatoes hold their shape, floury ones fall apart. For curries you want waxy.

Can I make Aloo Chaat ahead of time?

You can prepare it a few hours ahead and reheat gently. It keeps two days in the fridge, though it is best on the day.

Is Aloo Chaat vegetarian?

Yes, and as written it is vegan too. Check your specific brands if that matters to you.

What do you serve with Aloo Chaat?

Serve within two minutes or the crisp is gone. It serves two as written. Double everything to feed four, but use a wider pan so the food still browns rather than steams.

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