Street-Style Peanut Cheese Chaat
A vibrant and tangy street-style snack combining crunchy peanuts and creamy cheese with zesty spices, perfect for a quick and flavorful bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup roasted peanuts
- 100g paneer (Indian cheese), cubed
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp tamarind chutney
- 1 tbsp green chutney
- 1 tsp chaat masala
- 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup sev (crispy chickpea noodles) for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the roasted peanuts and paneer cubes.
- Add finely chopped onions, tomatoes, green chili, and coriander leaves to the bowl.
- Pour in the tamarind chutney and green chutney, then toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well to incorporate all the spices.
- Add lemon juice and give the chaat a final gentle toss.
- Transfer to serving bowls and garnish generously with sev on top just before serving to maintain the crunch.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, add a dollop of yogurt before serving or substitute paneer with fresh mozzarella for a fusion twist.
Find it online: https://youreverydayfoodie.com/street-style-peanut-cheese-chaat/