Vada pav is the perfect vegetarian sandwich.
Chaat are typically snacks or small meals that are tangy and sweet, fiery and crunchy, savory and sour all in one topsy-turvy bite. Some iconic chaat include Bhel Puri, Puchkas, and Aloo Chaat. In much the same way that Indians have mastered other aspects of their cuisine, chaat embody the perfect balance of texture, aroma, and color.
Some chaat are finished in a bite or two, some are served with a fork, and some could constitute an entire meal. When chaat are brought indoors and served in a modern home or restaurant, they become the shareable plates that are so popular today and can easily comprise a lunch or a dinner. A table filled with chaat also allows diners to experience a wide variety of dishes before moving onto the next. And the next. And the next.
Chaat are also typically made of fresh, healthy ingredients. There is the occasional indulgent one dripping with ghee or sticky with sugar syrup, but most chaat include ingredients like spices, herbs, vegetables, fruit, and legumes that Indians brilliantly transform into dishes that don’t weigh you down and conjure cravings long after the last lentil fritter has been eaten and the final spiced starfruit slice has been swallowed.
Chaat are also relatively inexpensive, usually comprising only a few easily sourced ingredients that are luxurious only once prepared and combined in a masterful way. Much like train travel, chaat in India is a great equalizer, accessible to virtually anyone. Chaat are fun to prepare with children or a group of friends because most items can be made ahead of time, placed in separate bowls, and assembled as desired. It’s almost as much fun to create a chaat as it is to eat it. Chaat easily impress cheeky guests and tend to please finicky eaters. Children love them because they are a joy to eat, and their approachable flavors are appealing to young palates.
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