Chatpata Popcorn ( Tiffin Treats)

by Tarla Dalal

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Name a kid who doesn’t like popcorn! This evergreen kids’ favourite is now made more snazzy by the addition of turmeric and chilli powder along with chaat masala too. A vibrantly-coloured and attractively-flavoured treat, the Chatpata Popcorn is sure to be loved by kids on any occasion, be it at a party, while watching a movie, or surprise – in the tiffin box too! You can prepare a large batch in advance and store it in a tightly-lidded jar, to quickly pack in the dabba in the morning. Your kids will have a wonderful time sharing it with their friends during break time at school!Also pack some Spinach Hummus with Cucumber Sticks ( Tiffin Treats) in another tiffin for a perfect short break combo.

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Chatpata Popcorn ( Tiffin Treats) recipe - How to make Chatpata Popcorn ( Tiffin Treats)

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Preparation Time: 5 mins Cooking Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins 2Makes 2.5 cups (2 cup )
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Ingredients

1/4 cup maize kernels (dry corn kernels)
2 tbsp butter
1/4 tsp chilli powder
a pinch of turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp chaat masala
salt to taste

Method

Heat 1 tbsp of butter in a pressure cooker, add the maize kernels and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
Cover with the lid (refer handy tip) and cook on a slow flame for 3 to 4 minutes.
Once the popping sound reduces, switch off the flame and open the lid of the pressure cooker. Keep aside.
Immediately, heat the remaining 1 tbsp of butter in a broad non-stick pan, add the chilli powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala and little salt and sauté on a slow flame for a few seconds.
Add the prepared popcorn, mix well and cook on a slow flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally.