Ganthiya Chaat

Ingredients

• 2 cups (240g) chickpea flour 2 cups (240g) chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup (120ml) water (adjust as needed) 1/2 cup (120ml) water (adjust as needed)
• Oil for deep frying Oil for deep frying
• Tamarind chutney, for serving Tamarind chutney, for serving
• Green chutney, for serving Green chutney, for serving
• Chaat masala, for sprinkling Chaat masala, for sprinkling

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 32g, 2g
• Protein: 8g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and baking soda.
2. 2.
   Gradually add water to the mixture and knead it into a firm dough. Adjust the water quantity as needed.
3. 3.
   Divide the dough into small portions and shape each portion into a long, thin strip using your hands or a sev maker.
4. 4.
   Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.
5. 5.
   Once the oil is hot, carefully drop a few strips of the dough into the oil and fry them until golden brown and crispy. Repeat this process with the remaining dough.
6. 6.
   Remove the fried Ganthiya from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
7. 7.
   Allow the Ganthiya to cool completely before serving.
8. 8.
   To serve, arrange the crispy Ganthiya on a plate and drizzle with tamarind chutney and green chutney. Sprinkle chaat masala on top.
9. 9.
   Ganthiya Chaat is now ready to be enjoyed!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chickpea flour — Ensure that the chickpea flour is fresh and free from lumps for a smooth dough consistency.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra crunch, you can add a handful of crushed peanuts or sesame seeds to the dough mixture.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder.
• Make sure the oil is at the right temperature before frying the Ganthiya to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.

Serving advice

Serve Ganthiya Chaat as a snack or appetizer. It can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner option.

Presentation advice

Arrange the crispy Ganthiya on a plate in an artistic manner. Drizzle the chutneys in a zigzag pattern and sprinkle chaat masala generously for an appealing presentation.