Anant Ambani's Wedding Menu Features Mouth Watering Varanasi Tomato Chaat

Varanasi, known for its rich culinary traditions, offers a delightful twist on the popular street food, tomato chaat. Here's a recipe to recreate this famous dish.

Ingredients:

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 cup boiled chickpeas (chana)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped coriander leaves (cilantro)
• 1/4 cup tamarind chutney
• 1/4 cup mint-coriander chutney (optional, for added flavor)
• 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
• Salt to taste
• Sev (crunchy chickpea noodles) for garnish
• Fresh pomegranate seeds for garnish (optional)
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tomatoes:

• Wash the tomatoes thoroughly. Cut them into medium-sized chunks or wedges.

2. Assemble the Chaat:

• In a large mixing bowl, add the tomato chunks.
• Add boiled chickpeas, finely chopped onion, green chili, and coriander leaves.

3. Season and Dress:

• Sprinkle roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, and salt over the tomato mixture.
• Add tamarind chutney and mint-coriander chutney (if using) according to taste.

4. Mix Well:

• Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined. Ensure the tomatoes are coated with the spices and chutneys evenly.

5. Serve:

• Transfer the tomato chaat to serving plates or bowls.
• Garnish with sev, fresh pomegranate seeds (if using), and coriander leaves.

6. Enjoy:

• Serve immediately and enjoy the tangy, spicy flavors of Varanasi tomato chaat.