Fruit Chaat
Fruit chaat is a popular Indian street food made with a variety of chopped fruits, vegetables, and spices. It's a refreshing and healthy snack or side dish that's perfect for hot weather. To make fruit chaat, simply combine your favorite fruits and vegetables in a bowl and toss them with a chaat masala spice blend. You can also add some chopped onion, cilantro, and lemon juice to taste. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Fruit chaat has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, where it is believed to have been first created in the 17th century. The dish was originally made with seasonal fruits and vegetables, and was often served as a street food. Over time, fruit chaat became a popular dish throughout India, and is now enjoyed by people of all ages. There are many different variations of fruit chaat, but the basic ingredients remain the same: chopped fruits, vegetables, and spices. The dish is often served with a chaat masala spice blend, which gives it a tangy and flavorful taste.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped mango
  • 1 cup chopped papaya
  • 1 cup chopped pineapple
  • 1 cup chopped banana
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomato
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the mango, papaya, pineapple, banana, cucumber, tomato, onion, and cilantro.
  2. Sprinkle with chaat masala and lemon juice to taste.
  3. Toss to combine.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Why It Works
  • The combination of sweet and savory flavors in fruit chaat is what makes it so delicious. The fruits provide a natural sweetness, while the vegetables and spices add a tangy and flavorful contrast.
  • The chaat masala spice blend is essential for giving fruit chaat its characteristic flavor. This spice blend is made with a variety of spices, including cumin, coriander, and red chili powder.
  • Fruit chaat is a refreshing and healthy snack or side dish that's perfect for hot weather. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.