The Science of Crunchy Shakarkandi Tikki Chaat

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: buttermilk

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

tamarind chutney

🥗Healthier: date chutney

💰Cheaper: homemade tamarind sauce

Date chutney is sweeter and lower in calories.

sev

🥗Healthier: baked chickpea snacks

💰Cheaper: crushed tortilla chips

Baked snacks lower fat while adding crunch.

chickpea flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free but pricier.

Boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 20 minutes.

Peel and mash the sweet potatoes in a bowl.

Add chickpea flour, chopped green chilies, grated ginger, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt to the mashed sweet potatoes.

Mix until well combined and form into small patties.

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the patties until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each side.

Remove and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Prepare serving plates with a layer of yogurt.

Top with the fried patties, drizzling with tamarind and green chutneys.

Sprinkle chopped onions and pomegranate seeds over the top.

Finish with a sprinkle of sev for crunch.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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