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Love eating chaat but want a healthy twist? Try this Crispy and Healthy Palak Patta Chaat! Made with fresh spinach leaves, gram flour, and tangy chutneys, this snack is crunchy, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for snack time cravings, this recipe uses kitchen staple ingredients for a quick and guilt-free treat.
- Ingredients:
- 12–15 medium-sized spinach leaves (palak patta)
- ½ cup gram flour (besan)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp asafoetida (hing)
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- 1 tsp fennel powder (saunf powder)
- ¼ tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Mint chutney
- 2–3 tbsp curd
- 3 tbsp sev
- Handful of coriander leaves
- Fresh pomegranate arils
Method:
- Separate the spinach leaves from the bundle, trim hard stems, and rinse thoroughly.
- Pat dry the leaves with a clean cotton cloth and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix gram flour with turmeric, asafoetida, red chilli powder, fennel powder, and carom seeds. Add water gradually to make
- a smooth, flowing batter. Add salt and whisk again.
- Dip each spinach leaf in the batter and place in an Airfryer at 180°C for 8–10 minutes until crispy.
- Place the crispy palak patta pakodi on a serving plate.
- Drizzle some green chutney and sprinkle finely chopped onions over the leaves.
- Add 2–3 tbsp of curd as preferred.
- Sprinkle chaat masala to taste.
- Top with sev and crushed papdi (optional).
- Garnish with coriander leaves and fresh pomegranate arils.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch and flavor.
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Tips for Best Results:
- Ensure spinach leaves are thoroughly dry before dipping in the batter to get maximum crispiness.
- You can use an Airfryer or shallow fry in minimal oil for a healthier version.
- Adjust spices and chutneys according to your taste preferences.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
This Palak Patta Chaat proves that healthy snacks can be indulgent and finger-licking good. Crispy spinach, tangy chutneys, creamy curd, and crunchy toppings come together to make a quick, nutritious, and delicious snack that everyone will enjoy.