Mix chana chaat is an Indian healthy street style chaat recipe. A mouthwatering snacks recipe made with boiled white chickpeas and black chana has a slightly sweet and sour taste.
About Mix Chana Chaat Recipe
A very healthy and refreshing chaat recipe made with boiled white and black chana along with tomato, onion, potato, green chutney, red chutney and some spices.
This chaat is a high protein snack time recipe. It is a vegan, gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, oil-free recipe which is easy and quick in preparation. Mixed chana chaat is very popular in the summertime, people buy it from the market and enjoy it very much.
My Version of Healthy Mix Chana Chaat
Here, I am sharing my version of mix chana chaat recipe, where no frying is needed and it is very easy and quick to make.
To make mixed chana chaat, I have used both black gram and white chickpeas. First, boil them and strain extra water. I have also added boiled potatoes, tomatoes, onion, green chutney, red imli cutney to this chaat.
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For making this best chana chaat recipe we should soak both of the chana for 7-8 hours or best overnight before cooking. Soaking helps them to cook faster and moreover make easier to digest. After soaking pressure cook them on low medium flame for 20-25 minutes so that they become soft enough to eat.
It can be served as a snack or a meal or you can pack in the kid’s tiffin for lunchtime. They taste amazing and even kids enjoy their taste too. As they are high in protein so good for growing kids who need protein for their muscle development.
Why You Should Try this Street Style Chana Chaat Recipe
- Very healthy and nutritious
- Easy to make
- Gluten free and oil-free
- Diabetic friendly
- Kids friendly
This chaat is very healthy and a good source of protein and fibre. It is low in fat content and very satisfying. The preparation of this chaat is very easy and can be served any time of day. You can enjoy it both in summers and winters. Mix chana chaat is very refreshing and filling.
We can also boil white chickpeas and black chana a day before and keep them refrigerated till needed. Also, you can prepare both the chutneys and keep them refrigerated. When everything is ready, it just takes 5 minutes of your time to assemble.
I have added some crushed homemade papdi in the chaat those are made with atta and suji. By adding papdi you can enjoy the chana papdi chaat taste as well.They add a crunch in the chana chaat but its totally optional. The addition of lemon juice, red and green chutney gives it a mouthwatering taste.
High Protein Chana Chaat Recipe Ingredients
- White chick peas
- Black gram
- Red imli chutney
- Green coriander and chutney
- Boiled potato
- Tomato
- Onion
- Lemon juice
- Papdi(optional)
- Spices
Health Benefits of Eating White and Black Chana
1.Both white chickpeas and black chana are rich sources of protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals.
2. They help in lowering cholesterol levels.
3. Improves digestion and regulates blood sugar levels. Also, strengthen our bones and joints.
4. They keep you full for a longer time and helps in weight loss.
FAQs
Is chana chaat healthy?
Mixed chana chaat is a healthy chaat recipe. It is a good source of protein and fibre that keeps you full for a longer time and helps in weight loss. The addition of fresh veggies like onion, tomatoes, and potatoes makes it a very satisfying and nutritious meal that you can enjoy any time of the day. It is oil free and very delicious in taste.
How to serve this chaat warm or chilled?
It tastes best when served chilled. You can also add boiled peanuts, sprouts, and rice puffs to make it more delicious and filling.
How to Make Mix Chana Chaat Recipe-Step by Step Preparation
1.Wash and soak white and black chana for 8-10 hours. After soaking wash them once again and transfer them to a pressure cooker.
2. Add water, salt and turmeric powder. Close the lid and pressure cook up to 7-8 whistles. Wait till the pressure is released naturally.
3.Boil potatoes, remove skin and let them cool completely. Once cool down chop into cubes.
4.Remove seeds from tomatoes and finely chop them. Also, chop onions and put them aside.
5.Once the pressure is released check if chana is cooked well. Drain extra water and transfer it to a bowl and let it cool.
6.Now take serving plates. First, add a layer of white and black chana then chopped boiled potato, onion and tomato.
7.Sprinkle some green chillies, black salt, chaat masala, and jeera powder according to your taste. Garnish with green and red chutney. Finally, add some papdi(homemade with wheat flour) and squeeze lemon juice. Serve immediately. ENJOY!
Serving Suggestions
Serve this street style chana masala chaat at snacks time in the evening. It can be served as a starter on special occasions like birthday parties, get to gathers or kitty parties. You can also enjoy it a s a meal during weight loss process.
Tips and Tricks
- Chick peas and black gram can be boiled before hand and keep refrigerated till required.
- Warm boiled chick peas in the microwave just before serving.
- The addition of red and green chutney gives a sweet and savoury taste to the chaat. If you don’t want you can skip it.
- I have also added papdi to this chaat which gives a crunchy taste to the chaat, if you want it oil free skip these papdis.
Recipe Card
Protein Rich Mix Chana Chaat | Easy & Quick Chaat Recipe
Ingredients
For boiling of chana
- 1 katori 150 gm white chana
- ¾ katori 100gm black chana
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 pinch turmeric powder
- Water to boil chana
Other ingredients
- 7-8 tablespoons – Red chutney
- 5-6 tablespoons – Green chutney
- Black salt as required
- Chaat masala as required
- Roasted cumin seeds powder as required
- Green chillies according to taste
- Papdi 25-30 pieces
- 3-4 boiled potato
- 2 small sized onion finely chopped
- 3 tomatoes finely chopped
- Lemon juice 2-3 lemons
Instructions
- Wash and soak white and black chana for 8-10 hours. After soaking wash them once again and transfer them to a pressure cooker.
- Add water, salt and turmeric powder. Close the lid and pressure cook up to 7-8 whistles. Wait till the pressure is released naturally.
- Boil potatoes, remove skin and let them cool completely. Once cool down chop into cubes.
- Remove seeds from tomatoes and finely chop them. Also, chop onions and put them aside.
- Once the pressure is released check if chana is cooked well. Drain extra water and transfer it to a bowl and let it cool.
- Now take serving plates. First, add a layer of white and black chana then chopped boiled potato, onion and tomato.
- Sprinkle some green chillies, black salt, chaat masala, and jeera powder according to your taste. Garnish with green and red chutney. Finally, add some papdi(homemade with wheat flour) and squeeze lemon juice. Serve immediately. ENJOY!
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