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  • Masala Corn Chaat in 10 Minutes

    Masala Corn Chaat in 10 Minutes

    About this recipe

    Masala corn chaat is bright, tangy, and fast to prepare, making it a perfect snack when you need something fresh and light.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups sweet corn kernels
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 1 tomato, finely chopped
    • 1 green chili, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon chaat masala
    • 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon butter, optional
    • 2 tablespoons coriander

    Step-by-step method

    1. Boil or steam the corn kernels until tender.
    2. Mix corn, onion, tomato, chili, chaat masala, cumin powder, and salt in a bowl.
    3. Add lemon juice and butter if using. Toss well so the flavors coat the corn.
    4. Garnish with coriander.
    5. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Khaman Dhokla with Soft, Spongy Texture

    Khaman Dhokla with Soft, Spongy Texture

    About this recipe

    Soft, fluffy dhokla is easier than it looks, and this recipe walks you through the batter, steaming, and tempering step by step.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Serves: 3

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup besan
    • 1/2 cup yogurt or water
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
    • Salt to taste
    • 1 teaspoon eno or baking soda
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
    • 2 tablespoons coriander

    Step-by-step method

    1. Mix besan, yogurt or water, lemon juice, ginger, sugar, turmeric, and salt into a smooth batter.
    2. Just before steaming, stir in eno or baking soda gently.
    3. Pour the batter into a greased plate and steam for 15 minutes.
    4. For the tempering, heat oil, add mustard seeds, and pour it over the cooked dhokla.
    5. Garnish with coriander and cut into squares before serving.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Crispy Vegetable Pakora for Tea Time

    Crispy Vegetable Pakora for Tea Time

    About this recipe

    These vegetable pakoras are crunchy outside, soft inside, and easy to make when you need a warm tea-time snack with chai.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Serves: 3

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup besan
    • 1 onion, sliced
    • 1 potato, thinly sliced
    • 1 handful spinach leaves
    • 1/2 teaspoon ajwain
    • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
    • Salt to taste
    • Water as needed
    • Oil for frying

    Step-by-step method

    1. Mix besan, spices, and salt in a bowl.
    2. Add onions, potato slices, and spinach. Sprinkle a little water and coat everything lightly.
    3. Heat oil in a deep pan.
    4. Drop small portions into the hot oil and fry until crisp and golden.
    5. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Aloo Tikki Chaat with Tangy Chutneys

    Aloo Tikki Chaat with Tangy Chutneys

    About this recipe

    Make crispy aloo tikki chaat at home with chutney, curd, and sev, using simple steps and familiar Indian flavors everyone loves.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Serves: 3

    Ingredients

    • 3 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
    • 1/2 cup boiled peas
    • 1 teaspoon chaat masala
    • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
    • Salt to taste
    • 2 tablespoons oil
    • 1/2 cup curd
    • Tamarind chutney
    • Green chutney
    • Sev and coriander for topping

    Step-by-step method

    1. Mix mashed potatoes with peas, chaat masala, chili powder, and salt.
    2. Shape the mixture into small tikkis.
    3. Heat oil in a pan and shallow-fry the tikkis until crisp and golden on both sides.
    4. Place them on a plate, then top with curd, chutneys, sev, and coriander.
    5. Serve immediately while the tikkis are still crisp.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.

  • Besan Chilla with Onion and Coriander

    Besan Chilla with Onion and Coriander

    About this recipe

    Besan chilla is a quick savory snack made from pantry staples, with a simple batter and fresh herbs for instant flavor at home.

    Time & yield

    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Serves: 2

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup besan (gram flour)
    • 1 small onion, chopped
    • 2 tablespoons coriander
    • 1 green chili, chopped
    • 1/2 teaspoon ajwain
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
    • Salt to taste
    • Water as needed
    • 2 teaspoons oil

    Step-by-step method

    1. Mix besan, ajwain, turmeric, salt, onion, chili, and coriander in a bowl.
    2. Add water slowly and whisk until you get a smooth, pourable batter.
    3. Heat a tawa and pour a ladle of batter, spreading it gently into a circle.
    4. Drizzle a little oil around the edges and cook both sides until golden.
    5. Serve hot with chutney or curd.

    Serving tip

    Serve this dish fresh and warm for the best flavor and texture.