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Baked Beans Layer Chaat

Baked Beans Layer Chaat

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Baked Beans Layer Chaat — with layers of baked beans, fresh veggies, bread, a kasundi mustard yogurt, and cheese, this is a vibrant, colorful appetizer to entertain with! This fusion chaat is one of those dishes you just have to try to experience the unique blend of simple ingredients and modern Indian flair! I tried this once at a friend’s place in Kolkata and it was so unique so this is my recreation! WATCH HOW TO MAKE BAKED BEANS LAYER CHAAT: For our baked bean layer, we’ll sauté peppers, the beans, and some Italian spices. For our masala aloo layer, sauté ginger-chili paste with corn, potatoes, some simple Indian masalas, and cilantro. The base of our chaat will be a layer of bread so we’ll cut out circles using a cookie cutter. We’ll also whisk together this kasundi mustard yogurt for a little Bengali flair and a kachumber inspired salad with some veggies, spices, and basil to add that freshness. To assemble, add a layer of kasundi yogurt, the bread, some more yogurt, masala aloo, …

Bread Nachos Chaat

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Bread Nachos Chaat — with cheesy Delhi-style matra chaat nachos on top of baked crostini and topped with chatpata chutneys, pomegranate, and sev, this is the ultimate entertaining snack! With the crispy chips paired with melty cheese, toasty bread, and bright toppings, this is such a fun crowd pleaser! WATCH HOW TO MAKE BREAD NACHOS CHAAT: We’ll make our Delhi matra chaat base by mixing the boiled vatana and aloo with onions tomatoes, aromatics, spices, tamarind, and lemon juice. For the bread layer, we’ll use french baguettes and spread a layer of amul butter before baking to crisp them up. Now it’s time to assemble! Add on your cheese, the spicy matra, crushed tortilla chips, followed by tomatoes and onions. Bake until the cheese is nice and melty! Now top with all the fixings: green chutney, tamarind chutney, olives, pomegranate, jalapeños, yogurt, chaat masala, and sev. Perfect for those game-time cravings, our Bread Nachos Chaat is ready! If you like this, please try my other appetizers: Kolkata Masala Crostini – Aloo Chaat Crostini Chatpata Loaded …

Smoked Sprouts Bhel With Fruits

Smoked Sprouts Bhel

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Smoked Sprouts Bhel — crispy and chatpata, this is the perfect way to spice up your appetizer game. With crisp, in-season fruits for sweetness and nutritious mung bean sprouts, this is the ultimate nutritious chaat with a smoky twist! WATCH HOW TO MAKE SMOKED SPROUTS BHEL: We’ll start by adding some chopped onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes, and in-season fruits for that hint of sweetness. Then we’ll toss in our sprouts which’ll help add volume and make this a guilt-free nutritious evening snack. Now for the smoky twist! Put some ghee on a charcoal piece and cover for a few minutes to really infuse the flavors. The depth and richness from this is truly divine so definitely don’t skip out on this — it’s worth the extra effort. Toss in the bhel, chutneys, a big squeeze of lemon, and our chatpata spices to finish this off. I’ve served this in these paper cones for that classic street-side feeling and your Smoked Sprouts Bhel is ready to dig in! If you like this, please try my other …

Shaved Fruit Chaat

Shaved Fruit Chaat

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Shaved Fruit Chaat – a fun twist on the viral shaved fruit that’s all over Instagram! This is inspired by Delhi fruit chaat which I absolutely love during the summer, and it’s just as sweet, tangy, and colorful! You can use whichever fruits you have on hand! I used a variety of tropical ones like mangoes, peaches, and pineapple. After grating each fruit, keep it in the fridge so it doesn’t melt while you grate the others. To assemble, drizzle some honey on the bottom of a serving glass. Then, add in your shaved fruits. Sprinkle with chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, and red chili powder. Garnish with lime and it’s really that simple! WATCH HOW TO MAKE SHAVED FRUIT CHAAT: Shaved Fruit Chaat – a fun twist on the viral shaved fruit that’s all over Instagram! This is inspired by Delhi fruit chaat which I absolutely love during the summer, and it’s just as sweet, tangy, and colorful! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to …

Sabudana Layer Chaat

Sabudana Layer Chaat

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Sabudana Layer Chaat — with vibrant, colorful layers and served in these adorable single-serving cups, this chaat is an innovative way to enjoy classic Indian street-style flavors! With layers of stir-fried beetroot sabudana, aloo masala, yogurt, chutneys, and fresh fruit, this chaat checks all the boxes! WATCH HOW TO MAKE SABUDANA LAYER CHAAT: Sabudana Layer Chaat — with vibrant, colorful layers and served in these adorable single-serving cups, this chaat is an innovative way to enjoy classic Indian street-style flavors! With layers of stir-fried beetroot sabudana, aloo masala, yogurt, chutneys, and fresh fruit, this chaat checks all the boxes! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share your creation with me!

Mango Dahi Vada Shots

Mango Dahi Vada Shots

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Mango Dahi Vada Shots – ring in the warmer weather and mango season in style with these melt-in-mouth urad dal vadas in a creamy Alfonso mango yogurt and topped with a chatpata spice blend. An elevated, spring-inspired appetizer that takes the sweet and salty combo to a whole new level,  these Mango Dahi Vada Shots are sure to be a hit! Sweet and savory has always been a favorite combo, but adding mango takes it a step up and is sure to brighten your usual chaat game! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MANGO DAHI VADA SHOTS: Mango Dahi Vada Shots – ring in the warmer weather and mango season in style with these melt-in-mouth urad dal vadas in a creamy Alfonso mango yogurt and topped with a chatpata spice blend. An elevated, spring-inspired appetizer that takes the sweet and salty combo to a whole new level,  these Mango Dahi Vada Shots are sure to be a hit! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on …

Hara Bhara Kabab Chaat

Hara Bhara Kabab Chaat – Quick Recipe

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Hara Bhara Kabab Chaat (Quick Recipe) — tangy and spicy, this chaat features crispy tikkis that are hearty and flavorful from frozen peas and spinach for a hassle-free version! Topped with yogurt, chutneys, onion, and sev for that classic chatpata flavor, this chaat comes together in under 25 minutes and is both simple and delicious! WATCH HOW TO MAKE HARA BHARA KABAB CHAAT: Hara Bhara Kabab Chaat (Quick Recipe) — tangy and spicy, this chaat features crispy tikkis that are hearty and flavorful from frozen peas and spinach for a hassle-free version! Topped with yogurt, chutneys, onion, and sev for that classic chatpata flavor, this chaat comes together in under 25 minutes and is both simple and delicious! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You can also post your pictures to my facebook page. I’d love to hear how the recipe turned out and what you think in the comment section below. Find me on and share …

Makki Dhokla Chaat

Makki Dhokla Chaat

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Makki Dhokla Chaat — a twist to one of my childhood favorite classic Rajasthani winter dishes, these dhoklas are made with maize, methi, veggies, and gentle spices. Steamed until they just melt in your mouth and topped chaat-style with yogurt, garlic and green chutney, and shredded veggies, there’s no dish more comforting in this weather! The satisfaction of eating Makki ka Dhokla feels like a warm hug. Brightened up with some street food elements like chutney and toppings, enjoy them without the heaviness but with all the comfort! WATCH HOW TO MAKE MAKKI DHOKLA CHAAT: Makki Dhokla Chaat — a twist to one of my childhood favorite classic Rajasthani winter dishes, these dhoklas are made with maize, methi, veggies, and gentle spices. Steamed until they just melt in your mouth and topped chaat-style with yogurt, garlic and green chutney, and shredded veggies, there’s no dish more comforting in this weather! Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to tag @naturallynidhi on Instagram and hashtag it #naturallynidhi. You …

Kolkata Masala Crostini

Kolkata Masala Crostini – Aloo Chaat Crostini

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Kolkata Masala Crostini — a chatpata twist to an easy appetizer with sweet chili jam, spicy potato and kala chana filling, and colorful garnishes like coconut and peanuts! It’s a bright and bold dish to share that’ll transport you back to the rainy streets of Kolkata!  This crostini is all about the composition. The potato filling features tamarind chutney, lemon juice, chaat masala, and dried mint along with your usual masalas. Paired with the sweet jam-chutney layer and the crunchy garnish, this is finger food at its best! If you like this, please try my other chaat recipes: Kolkata Ghugni Chaat Mediterranean Chaat Tarts 7 Layer Dahi Chaat WATCH HOW TO MAKE KOLKATA MASALA CROSTINI: Kolkata Masala Crostini — a chatpata twist to an easy appetizer with sweet chili jam, spicy potato and kala chana filling, and colorful garnishes like coconut and peanuts! It’s a bright and bold dish to share that’ll transport you back to the rainy streets of Kolkata!  Subscribe to my YouTube Channel for step-by-step videos. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t …