Crispy Leftover Bread & Roti Chaat Recipe
1 hour 15 minutes
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About Crispy Leftover Bread & Roti Chaat Recipe
Transform leftover bread and roti into a vibrant and flavorful chaat! This recipe is a delightful fusion of crispy textures and tangy flavors, perfect as a snack or light meal. It's surprisingly healthy and utilizes ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it a budget-friendly choice too.The chaat's unique blend of sweet and spicy tamarind chutney, crunchy fried bread and roti, and the freshness of the vegetables creates an explosion of taste in your mouth. It's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone wanting more!This recipe is easily customizable; feel free to add your favorite vegetables or chutneys to create your own signature chaat. Get ready for a culinary adventure that's as simple as it is delicious!
Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook45 minutes
Total1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
For Frying
- 2 cup Vegetable Oil for deep or shallow frying, adjust quantity as needed.
Vegetables
Bread & Roti
- 3 Roti/Chapati leftover roti or chapati
- 3 slices Bread leftover bread, any type
For the Tamarind Chutney
- 1/2 cup Jaggery
- 1/4 cup Tamarind Pulp
- 1/4 cup Water adjust for desired chutney consistency
Spices & Seasoning
- 1 tsp Chili Powder red
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Cumin Powder
- 1 tsp Chaat Masala
- 1 tsp Salt black
- 1 tsp Pepper ground, black
- 1 cup Yogurt optional, for extra tang and creaminess
- 1/2 cup Chickpea Noodle or bhujia, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Bread and Roti
- Cut the leftover roti and bread into triangles or any desired shape. Deep fry until golden brown and crispy. Alternatively, you can air fry them for a healthier option.
Prepare the Potatoes
- Peel and cube the boiled potatoes. Shallow fry until lightly crisp, seasoning them with salt and red chili powder.
Prepare the Vegetables
- Finely chop the tomato, onion, and green chilies.
Make the Tamarind Chutney
- In a pan, combine jaggery and water. Add the tamarind pulp and simmer until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency. Stir in salt, black salt, black pepper, and cumin powder. Mix well.
Assemble the Chaat
- In a serving bowl, layer the fried potatoes and sprouts. Add the chopped tomato, onion, and green chilies on top. Arrange the crispy roti and bread pieces over the vegetables.
Finish and Serve
- Generously drizzle the tamarind chutney over the chaat. Sprinkle sev and chaat masala on top. You can also add a dollop of plain yogurt and pomegranate seeds for extra flavor and visual appeal. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Best Leftover Bread & Roti Chaat
- For extra crunch: Lightly toast the bread slices before frying for an even crispier texture.
- Spice it up: Adjust the amount of red chili powder to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Get creative with toppings: Feel free to add other toppings like chopped cilantro, finely grated carrots, or even a sprinkle of roasted peanuts for added texture and flavor.
- Make it ahead: The tamarind chutney can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for later use. The fried bread and roti can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 7gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 112mgPotassium: 926mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 42mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg
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Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
Such a delicious dish! Thank you.
Such a scrumptious dish! Thank you.