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Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024


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chana chaat is known as kala chana chaat in Hindi and black chickpea salad in English.
chana chaat recipe is a truly exciting combination of ingredients that makes this a real winner! This is one of the easiest and tastiest chaat recipe. kala chana chaat is simply a dish made with kala chana, luscious chutneys, veggies and chaat masala. Toss them all together in butter and the delicious kala chana chaat is ready to be relished!
Imagine experiencing the nutty flavour of chana, the soothing mushiness of potatoes, the total tanginess of raw mangoes, the juiciness of tomatoes and the crunch of onions, all in one mouthful of kala chana chaat.
chana chaat is famously sold on streets, beaches in India. This is a twisted version to it where we have tossed everything in butter and cooked it together. chana chaatchana chaat can be made in a jiffy if you have soaked kala chana in hand. It about tossing everything together and relishing it.
chana chaat recipe is super versatile as you can have it as an evening snack or even as a side dish with any meal. Also, you can pack it and take it along to work or while travelling. There are many variations and versions to it and this is our version of making kala chana chaat.
You get this and much more from chana chaat thanks to the exciting flavours imparted by garam masala and chaat masala. Indeed, this chatpata tiffin treat is something that can transform your kids’ day! Also pack some Cornflakes Chivda in another tiffin for a perfect short break combo.
Learn to make chana chaat recipe | kala chana chaat | black chana chaat | black chickpea salad | with detailed step by step recipe photos and video below.
Chana Chaat, Kala Chana Chaat Recipe recipe - How to make Chana Chaat, Kala Chana Chaat Recipe
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Preparation Time
15 Mins
Cooking Time
25 Mins
Total Time
40 Mins
Makes
4 servings
Ingredients
For Chana Chaat
1 cup kala chana (brown chick peas)
2 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp green chilli paste
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped tomato
1/4 tsp chilli powder
1/4 tsp garam masala
2 tsp chaat masala
1/2 cup boiled and chopped potatoes
salt to taste
1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped raw mango
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
4 tsp lemon juice
Method
For chana chaat
- To make chana chaat, soak the kala chana in enough water in a deep bowl overnight. Next day, drain it.
- Add the kala chana and enough water in a pressure cooker and pressure cook for 4 whistles.
- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Drain and keep aside.
- Heat the butter in a deep non-stick kadhai, add the green chilli paste and onions and sauté on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes or till the onions turn translucent.
- Add the tomatoes, chilli powder, garam masala and chaat masala, mix well and sauté on a medium flame for another 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, chana, salt, raw mangoes, coriander and lemon juice, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
How to pack chana chaat
- Allow the chana chaat to cool completely, and pack in an air-tight tiffin box.
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- To make chana chaat recipe | kala chana chaat | black chana chaat | black chickpea salad | soak kala chana in enough water in a deep bowl overnight.
- Next day, drain it. This is how it will look after soaking.
- Transfer to a pressure cooker and pressure cook for 4 whistles.
- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Drain and keep aside.
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Further, heat butter in a non-stick kadhai.
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Add green chilli paste. You can also use finely chopped green chilies, you can adjust the quantity according to your preference of spice and taste.
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Add onions.
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Saute on a medium flame for 2-3 minutes or until onions are translucent.
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Add tomatoes.
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Add red chilli powder.
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Add garam masala. We have used homemade garam masala.
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Add chaat masala. It will give a nice tangy chatpata taste to our chana chaat.
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Mix well and saute on medium flame for 2 minutes.
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Add the potatoes.
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Add chana and salt.
- Add raw mango. If you do not have it available, you an simply skip the step.
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Add coriander and lemon juice. It will add a refreshing flavor to our chana chaat.
- Mix well and cook on medium flame for 2-3 minutes, while stirring chana chaat | kala chana chaat | black chana chaat | black chickpea salad | occasionally.
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Serve chana chaat | kala chana chaat | black chana chaat | black chickpea salad | immediately. If packing it for lunchbox, allow it to cool completely and then pack.
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy | 147 cal |
Protein | 6.1 g |
Carbohydrates | 18.1 g |
Fiber | 3.2 g |
Fat | 5.6 g |
Cholesterol | 15 mg |
Sodium | 106.3 mg |
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Shayaan
March 13, 2025, midnight
Guys I?m always so confused, how much is one serving like this is very important and basic information. If you can?t post the weight at least post a pic of what your one serving looks like. Thanks and great work

matangy ramya
March 13, 2025, midnight
yes, nice recipe

Archana M
March 13, 2025, midnight
Chana chaat.. lovely tangy chatpata recipe. The chana perfectly cooked with tomatoes, raw mangoes, lemon juice. Its super delicious. And best for a kids tiffin, they just enjoy it.

tempting recipe
March 13, 2025, midnight
i tried this recipe which was really amazing . it really helped me to cook nice food.it was really tasty. www.temptingrecipe.com/a-quick-way-to-make-kala-chana-chaat/

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi, Thank you for the feedback.. Do keep trying more recipes and give us your feedback..