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Dimer Chaat
POPULARITY
0.0/5
TASTE SCORE
9/10
A zesty and savory Kolkata street food classic! This delightful chaat combines hard-boiled eggs with potatoes, tangy chutneys, and a blend of spices, creating an explosion of flavor in every bite. It's the perfect quick and satisfying snack.
SERVINGS
4
INGREDIENTS
For 4 servings
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
329
329
CALORIES · 1 CUP
Protein15g · 18%
Carbs54g · 66%
Fat7g · 19%
Fiber8g
Sodium1274mg
Potassium980mg
Phosphorus271mg
INSTRUCTIONS
5 steps. 20 minutes total.
5 STEPS
- 1
Boil the eggs and potatoes
- a.Place eggs and potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook for 12-15 minutes until the eggs are hard-boiled and the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. Drain the hot water and transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let the potatoes cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare the boiled ingredients
- a.Once cooled, peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into small, bite-sized pieces. Peel the boiled potatoes and chop them into small cubes, similar in size to the egg pieces.
- 3
Combine the chaat ingredients
- a.In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped eggs, potatoes, finely chopped onion, tomato, and green chilies. Sprinkle over the chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, black salt, and regular salt. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- 4
Add chutneys and mix
- a.Pour the tamarind chutney and green chutney over the mixture. Gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are well-coated with the chutneys and spices. Be careful not to mash the eggs and potatoes.
- 5
Garnish and serve immediately
- a.Divide the Dimer Chaat into four serving bowls or plates. Top generously with a handful of sev and freshly chopped coriander leaves. Serve right away to enjoy the crunchy texture of the sev.
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1For perfectly boiled eggs that are easy to peel, start them in cold water and transfer to an ice bath immediately after cooking.
- 2Chop the onions and tomatoes just before assembling the chaat to maintain their freshness and crunch.
- 3Adjust the quantity of green chilies and red chili powder to suit your spice preference.
- 4Serve immediately after mixing. If you let it sit, the sev will become soggy and the onions will release water.
- 5For an extra crunch, you can add some crushed papdi or puri on top.
- 6Ensure your chutneys have a good balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors as they are key to the chaat's taste.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
kid friendly
Kid friendly
Omit the green chilies and red chili powder to make it non-spicy. You can add a little more sweet tamarind chutney.
quickQuick
Use pre-boiled eggs and potatoes to assemble this chaat in less than 10 minutes.
high proteinHigh protein
Add 1 cup of boiled chickpeas (chana) along with the potatoes for an extra boost of protein and fiber.
healthyHealthy
To reduce fat, use baked sev instead of fried sev and go easy on the chutneys which can contain sugar.
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