Description
The Ultimate Chips Chaat Recipe is a quick and flavorful Indian street food-inspired snack combining crispy potato chips with sweet, tangy tamarind chutney, fresh green chutney, crunchy vegetables, and aromatic spices. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s a customizable, budget-friendly appetizer perfect for satisfying snack cravings or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 cups plain potato chips (lightly salted or unsalted)
Chutneys
- 3 tablespoons tamarind chutney
- 3 tablespoons green chutney (cilantro and mint-based, mildly spicy)
Fresh Vegetables and Protein
- ¼ cup chopped onions
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup boiled chickpeas or white peas
Seasoning and Garnishes
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup sev or crushed namkeen (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Arrange a generous layer of plain potato chips in a large serving bowl or plate, ensuring they are crispy and fresh to soak up the toppings perfectly.
- Add Boiled Chickpeas: Evenly scatter boiled chickpeas over the chips to add protein and a soft texture contrast.
- Layer On the Fresh Veggies: Sprinkle finely chopped onions and tomatoes on top, providing freshness and crispness.
- Drizzle the Chutneys Generously: Pour tamarind chutney and green chutney evenly over the mixture to add sweetness, tang, and mild heat.
- Season with Chaat Masala and Lemon: Sprinkle chaat masala over the dish and squeeze fresh lemon juice to brighten all the flavors.
- Add Sev and Fresh Coriander: Top with sev or crushed namkeen for extra crunch and garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves for color and herbal freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh chutneys made from scratch or high-quality store-bought ones for authentic flavor.
- Assemble just before serving to keep the chips crunchy and prevent sogginess.
- Chop vegetables finely to ensure a balanced texture in every bite.
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the amount of green chutney or chili powder according to your preference.
- Alternate chutneys and toppings while layering so flavors mingle well without any ingredient overpowering the others.
- Serve garnished with pomegranate seeds for a colorful presentation.
- Store leftover chutneys and toppings separately and keep chips in an airtight container; avoid freezing or reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chips chaat, Indian snack, street food, spicy snack, quick appetizer, gluten free snack, tamarind chutney, green chutney, spicy appetizer
