Sweet Potato Chaat Bites
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
Description
Seasonal flavors served as a single bite make for a vibrant starter or a delicious component in a tapas dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato
- Juice of 1/2 a lemon
- 2 tsp fresh coriander, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin powder
- 1/4 tsp dry mango powder (amchoor)
- 3/4 tsp coriander powder
- 1/4 tsp dry ginger powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Cream cheese to garnish
Instructions
- Par-boil the sweet potato till it’s almost cooked.
- Put it on a skewer and roast it over an open flame for 10-15 minutes, till its charred on the outside and cooked through.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Peel and cut into small pieces.
- Mix all the ingredients and serve on appetizer spoons with a dollop of cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 80
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is dry mango powder (amchoor) and where do I find it?
Amchoor is made from dried unripe green mangoes ground into a fine powder. It adds a tart, fruity sourness that is central to chaat spice blends. Look for it at Indian grocery stores or online; the recipe calls for 1/4 tsp, which provides a distinctive tangy note that balances the cumin and paprika.
Why par-boil the sweet potato first and then roast it over an open flame?
Par-boiling cooks the potato most of the way through, so the 10–15 minutes over an open flame is long enough to char the skin deeply without leaving the interior raw. This two-step method gives the finished bites a smoky, slightly charred exterior — characteristic of street-food chaat — while keeping the center soft.
