Delicious Karachi-Style Doi Chana Chat Recipe

Today, we're excited to share a mouthwatering recipe for Karachi-Style Doi Chana Chat that's not only easy to make but also a perfect addition to your Iftar table during Ramadan. This refreshing and tangy chat is packed with the goodness of boiled chickpeas, crispy fuchka, and a blend of tantalizing chutneys, making it an ideal dish to break your fast with. Join us as we take you through the step-by-step process of creating this delightful snack, which is sure to become a Ramadan favorite in your household.

Ingredients:

For the Yogurt Mix:

• 1 cup plain yogurt

• ¼ cup water

• 1 tbsp sugar

• ½ tsp black salt

For the Sweet Tamarind Syrup:

• 1 cup tamarind water

• ¼ cup + 2 tbsp sugar (to taste)

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp roasted cumin

For the Coriander Chutney:

• ½ cup packed coriander leaves

• ¼ cup mint leaves

• 1 green chili

• 1 small garlic clove

• Salt to taste

• ¼ cup water

• 1-2 tbsp lime juice

• Small piece of boiled potato (1/8 of a potato)

For the Chat:

• 2 cups boiled chickpeas (or 2 cans)

• 1 small boiled potato, chopped

• ½ cup onion, chopped

• 1 small tomato, chopped

• 2 green chilies, chopped

• 1 tbsp coriander leaves, chopped

• ½ tsp freshly ground coriander powder

• ½ tsp chili flakes

• ½ tsp roasted cumin

• ½ tsp black salt

• 2-3 tbsp coriander and mint chutney

• 2-3 tbsp sweet tamarind chutney

• Crispy fuchka or papri for topping

• Chopped onion and tomato for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Yogurt Mix:

• In a bowl, mix together the plain yogurt, water, sugar, and black salt until well combined and runny.

1. Make the Sweet Tamarind Syrup:

• In a saucepan, combine tamarind water, sugar, salt, and roasted cumin.

• Mix well and simmer for 4 minutes.

• Mix 1 tsp of cornflour with 1 tsp of water and add a few drops to the syrup to thicken it.

• Turn off the heat and add 1 tsp of lime juice.

1. Prepare the Coriander Chutney:

• In a blender, add coriander leaves, mint leaves, green chili, garlic, salt, water, lime juice, and a small piece of boiled potato.

• Blend well and set aside.

1. Assemble the Chat:

• In a bowl, add boiled chickpeas, chopped boiled potato, chopped onion, chopped tomato, chopped green chilies, chopped coriander leaves, freshly ground coriander powder, chili flakes, roasted cumin, and black salt.

• Add 2-3 tbsp of coriander and mint chutney and 2-3 tbsp of sweet tamarind chutney.

• Mix everything well.

• Pour the yogurt mix over the chat.

• Top with crispy fuchka or papri.

• Sprinkle a pinch of all the spices on top.

• Garnish with chopped onion and tomato.

Enjoy this refreshing and easy-to-make Karachi-style Doi Chana Chat!