Chaat is one word for a variety of Indian street food that is served  all across the country. There are so many different types of chaat available – Pani Puri, Bhel Puri, Sev Puri, Masala Puri etc.
Sweet potato chaat, a vibrant explosion of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, is a delightful Indian street food that tantalizes the senses. And the beauty of sweet potato chaat lies in its versatility: Enjoy it as a light lunch or a satisfying afternoon snack. Serve it as a refreshing starter or a vibrant side dish. This spicy and tangy Sweet Potato Chaat is inspired from Aloo Chaat.

Sweet Potato Chaat | Shakarkandi Chaat

Course: Appetizers and Snacks

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

29

minutes

Ingredients

• 3 large Sweet Potato

•  3-4 Cloves Garlic finely chopped

• 2-3 Tbsp. Tamarind Date Chutney

• 3-4 Tbsp. Mint leaves finely chopped

• 2-3 Tbsp. Coriander Leaves finely chopped

• 1/2 tsp black pepper powder

• 2 tsp Red Chili flakes

• 1 tbsp.  Oil

• 2-3 tsp Lime Juice 

• 2  tsp Chaat masala 

• 2 tsp Roasted Cumin powder to taste

• 1 tsp Black salt to taste

• 1 tbsp. Olive oil for grilling

• Salt to taste

Directions

• In a mixing bowl, add olive oil, garlic, red chili flakes, tamarind chutney, black salt, chat masala, cumin powder, lemon juice, freshly chopped mint and coriander leaves and salt & pepper to taste, mix well and coat the sliced sweet potatoes. 
• Set a grill pan on medium heat, add olive oil and grill the coated sweet potatoes on both sides until crisp and golden brown. Your Chatpati  shakarkandi is ready to be served.

Notes

• Spice it up: Adjust the heat level from mild to fiery, depending on your preference.
• Get creative with textures: Roast, pan-fry, or even hash the potatoes for different tastes.
• Top it off: Chopped nuts, pomegranate seeds, or even a drizzle of honey elevate the experience.