Sweet potato chaat with nectarine is a unique twist on chaat… The perfect dish to add a burst of flavor to your meals! This recipe combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and nectarines with the tangy zest of chaat masala and fresh lemon juice.
Sweet Potato and Nectarine Chaat
I am so excited to share this recipe with you! I’ve enjoyed my fair share of chaat dishes and this has got to be one of my favourites! This recipe is inspired by our love for chaat and sweet potatoes!
We have been looking for ways to add more sweet potato into our recipes (like our sweet potato nachos, sweet potato brownies, air fryer sweet potato wedges and sweet potato bruschetta)... and this is another one for the collection!
The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and nectarines come together perfectly in this chaat, enhanced by the tanginess of chaat masala and fresh lemon juice! Topped with fresh coriander/cilantro and sweet pomegranate.
Not only is this sweet potato chaat bursting with incredible flavor, it is super nutritious – including antioxidant rich sweet potatoes and fresh nectarines!
This sweet potato chaat with nectarines is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, get-together or as a light snack or side dish! It is also really easy and quick to make and vegan-friendly.
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What is chaat?
- Chaat is a popular Indian street food snack featuring a mixture of flavours and textures.
- There are different types of chaat including pani puri, bhel puri, aloo tikki chaat, papdi chaat and dahi puri. You can also enjoy fruit or vegetable chaat.
- Chaat is typically made with ingredients including boiled potatoes, chickpeas, tamarind chutney (imly), green mint chutney, yogurt as well as onions, tomatoes, coriander/cilantro and spices.
- The combination of ingredients bring a blend of flavour profiles such as sweet, tangy, sour and spice in every bite.
- You can make chaat with a variety of toppings and ingredients to suit your preferences.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Sweet potatoes: this recipe uses regular sweet potatoes. Cook, peel and chop sweet potato into chunks. This forms the base of the chaat which complements the nectarine. You can also use roasted sweet potatoes.
- Nectarines: Adds a juicy sweetness and slight tartness. Look for ripe nectarines.
- Chaat masala powder: Infuses the dish with tangy, spicy, and salty flavors.
- Pomegranate: To garnish, for colour, crunch and sweetness.
- Fresh coriander/cilantro: Brings a refreshing taste to the dish. Use fresh coriander/cilantro stem and leaves, finely chopped.
- Lemon juice: for a refreshing zesty tone that pairs well with the sweet potato.
How to Make Sweet Potato Chaat with Nectarines
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Cook sweet potato until tender using a microwave or in a pan. To cook in the microwave, thoroughly wash the sweet potatoes. Pierce with a fork and microwave for 5-7 minutes or until cooked. Allow to cool. Peel and chop the sweet potato into chunks and place into a bowl.
- Mix ingredients: Pour in the lemon juice, sprinkle with chaat masala and half of the chopped coriander/cilantro. Toss to mix well, the sweet potato will start to become soft and slightly mashed. This helps ensure the sweet potatoes absorb the tangy and spicy flavours, as a base for this chaat.
- Add nectarines: Fold in the chopped nectarine and combine gently.
- Garnish, serve and enjoy: Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh coriander. Enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for a refreshing treat.
Substitutions
- Peach: If nectarines are unavailable, ripe peaches work well and offer a sweet taste.
- Purple sweet potato: For a twist, use purple sweet potatoes for a slightly less sweet flavor.
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Variations
- Spices: Add finely chopped green chillies for a spicy kick. Alternatively add a pinch of red chilli powder, roasted cumin powder or dried mango powder (amchur) for extra flavor.
- Classic chaat: Incorporate chopped red onions and fresh mint leaves for a classic chaat variation. Drizzle with mint chutney, tamarind chutney or yogurt (and Indian mint sauce).
- Garnish: garnish with chopped peanuts, cashew nuts or roasted cumin powder.
- Gluten-Free: most of the ingredients in this chaat recipe are naturally gluten-free. To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure the chaat masala you use is gluten-free (with no additives or sources of wheat, rye or barley.
Top Tips
- Cool the sweet potatoes: Ensure the sweet potatoes are fully cooled before peeling to make handling easier.
- Straining Lemon Juice: Use a sieve to strain fresh lemon juice to avoid seeds.
- Nectarines : only add nectarines after coating the sweet potatoes. This helps the nectarines retain their distinct juicy sweetness and fresh flavor, enhancing the overall taste and texture of the dish.
Equipment
- Microwave/pan on stovetop: For cooking the sweet potatoes.
- Mixing bowl and spoon: For combining the ingredients.
- Cutting board and knife: to chop ingredients.
How to Serve
Serve this chaat fresh, garnished with coriander, red onions and pomegranate seeds. It pairs beautifully with our refreshing pear juice, orange passion fruit juice or masala chai, pav bhaji and paneer manchurian! Enjoy with our pindi chole (quick chana recipe).
For more recipes, check out our refreshing summer salads round-up!
FAQ
Yes, you can prepare the components ahead of time, but it’s best to combine everything just before serving to keep the ingredients fresh.
You can substitute with a blend of dry mango powder (amchur), cumin powder, and black salt.
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Drinks
Enjoy this sweet potato and nectarine chaat with a fresh drink:
Sweet Potato Chaat with Nectarine
Ingredients
- 2 Sweet potatoes chopped
- 2 Nectarines chopped
- ½ tablespoon Chaat masala
- Handful Fresh coriander/cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- Handful Pomegranate Seeds
Instructions
- Cook sweet potatoes until tender using a microwave or in a pan. To cook in the microwave, thoroughly wash the sweet potatoes. Pierce with a fork and microwave for 5-7 minutes or until cooked. Allow to cool.
- Peel and chop the sweet potato into chunks and place into a bowl.
- Add in the lemon juice, sprinkle with chaat masala and half of the chopped coriander/cilantro. Toss to combine, the sweet potato will start to become soft and slightly mashed.
- Fold in the chopped nectarines and combine.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh coriander. Serve fresh and enjoy.
Notes
- Cool the sweet potatoes: Ensure the sweet potatoes are fully cooled before peeling to make handling easier.
- Straining lemon juice: Use a sieve to strain fresh lemon juice to avoid seeds.
- Nectarines : only add nectarines after coating the sweet potatoes. This helps the nectarines retain their distinct juicy sweetness and fresh flavor, enhancing the overall taste and texture of the dish.
Sonia
One of my favourite recipes for this season!