Paalak Chaat

Paalak Chaat is a delightful Indian street food that brings together crispy spinach leaves topped with tangy chutneys and spices. This gluten-free dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a refreshing lunch option.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach leaves - 200 grams
• Rice flour - 2 tablespoons
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - for frying (about 1 cup)
• Tamarind chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Mint chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 small, finely chopped
• Sev (crispy chickpea noodles) - 2 tablespoons
• Coriander leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Wash and dry the spinach leaves thoroughly.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, chaat masala, red chili powder, and salt.
3. Add the spinach leaves to the bowl and coat them evenly with the flour mixture.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the coated spinach leaves in batches, frying until they are crispy and golden brown.
6. Remove the fried spinach and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. On a serving plate, arrange the crispy spinach leaves.
8. Drizzle tamarind chutney and mint chutney over the spinach.
9. Top with chopped onion and tomato.
10. Sprinkle sev on top and garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in iron and vitamins, promoting healthy blood circulation.
• High in fiber, which aids in digestion and keeps you full longer.

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