Masala Corn Chaat

A flavorful and tangy Indian street food snack made with corn, spices, and fresh herbs.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

275

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.46

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Light & Fresh•Healthy•Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

2cupsFrozen Corn Kernels(Can use fresh corn kernels if available, but frozen is easier.)

£0.40

0.5mediumOnion(Finely chopped)

£0.15

1mediumTomato(Finely chopped)

£0.30

1smallGreen Chili(Finely chopped (optional, adjust to taste))

£0.10

2tablespoonsCilantro(Freshly chopped)

£0.35

1tablespoonLime Juice(Freshly squeezed)

£0.15

1teaspoonChaat Masala(A blend of spices for a tangy flavor)

£0.05

0.3teaspoonRed Chili Powder(Adjust to taste)

£0.02

0.3teaspoonTurmeric Powder(Adds color and flavor)

£0.01

to tasteSalt

£0.01

1tablespoonOil(Vegetable or Olive Oil)

£0.03

as neededSev(Thin crispy noodles (optional garnish))

£0.25

Total Cost

£1.82

£0.46 per serving

The Method

1
Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium heat.
2
Add the frozen corn kernels to the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is heated through and slightly browned.
3
Remove the corn from the heat and transfer it to a large bowl.
4
Add the chopped onion, tomato, and green chili (if using) to the bowl with the corn.
5
Stir in the chopped cilantro, lime juice, chaat masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
6
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lime juice for tanginess, chili powder for heat, or salt to taste.
7
Garnish with sev (optional) before serving.
8
Serve immediately or at room temperature.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

275 kcal / 1151 kJ

Carbs

40g

15% of RDA

Fat

11g

16% of RDA

Protein

16% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

8 g

9% of RDA

Sodium

250 mg

11% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1.5 g

8% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of butter to the pan while cooking the corn.

If you don't have chaat masala, you can use a combination of cumin powder, coriander powder, amchur (dried mango powder), and black salt.

You can add other vegetables like chopped cucumber, bell pepper, or carrots to customize the chaat to your liking.

This chaat is best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a day. The corn might lose some of its crispness.

Cooking Equipment

Stovetop

Large Bowl

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