Materials required for kel chaat
To make the batter:
4 tsp celery
4 tsp asafoetida
½ tsp red chili powder (tata rich)
4 tsp turmeric powder
Taste salt
Water (about 1 cup)
For licking:
1 medium size tomatoes, finely chopped
½ small raw mango, finely chopped
Sweet curd, to insert
Date-tamili sauce, to insert
Green sauce, to insert
Chaat masala, to sprinkle
Black salt, to sprinkle
Roasted cumin powder, to sprinkle
Green coriander, to decorate
Save for garnish
Roasted peanuts, for garnish
Pomegranate grains, for garnish
Simple method
First of all, add gram flour in a large bowl. Add celery, asafetida, red chili powder, turmeric and salt to it. Now beat the water slowly and whisk well so that the batter becomes smooth and coating consistance. The knots should not remain in it at all.
Step 2: Fry Kail leaves
Heat oil in a deep non-stick pan. Now immerse every black leaf in the batter and put it in hot oil. Deep fry them until golden and crisp. Take out the fried leaves on tissue paper so that extra oil comes out.
Decorate fried Kel leaves in a serving bowl. Sprinkle onion, tomato and raw mango pieces on top. Now add sweet curd, tamarind-khajur chutney and green chutney. After this, sprinkle chaat masala, black salt and roasted cumin powder.
Step 4: Garnishing and Serving
Finally decorate the chaat with fresh green coriander, sev, roasted peanuts and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy crisp, spicy keel chaat.
Why try this kel licking?
Kail iron, calcium and vitamins are rich in A, C, K. It helps to increase immunity and strengthen bones. Despite being deep fry, it is rich in vegetables and healthy garnish, which makes it a balanced snack i.e. it is low calorie food. Sweet curd, sour-sweet chutney, chat masala and crisp keel pakoras together make the taste unique and wonderful. This dish is perfect to serve at home party or family gathering.