Dal Chilla From Chai Chaat Chutney Food

DAL CHILLA FROM CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY

Steps:

• To make the batter:.
• Soak the lentils in 250ml (9fl oz) of the measured water for about ?1 hour, until they absorb it all.
• Transfer the lentils to a blender and add the ginger, chilli, and coriander and blend until smooth. Tip the paste into a bowl and stir in the salt, semolina and the remaining 350ml (12fl oz) measured water, mixing well.
• Combine all the topping ingredients in a bowl.
• To cook the chilla:.
• Heat a frying pan and, once it is very hot, pour a serving-spoonful of the batter into the pan and spread it into a 13-15-cm (5-6-inch) circle. Top with 1 tablespoon of the topping mixture and drizzle 1 tablespoon of oil around the edges of the batter. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, until golden brown on the underside, then turn the chilla over and cook for a further 2 minutes, until golden brown on both sides. Repeat to make 15 more.
• Serve hot with the chutney ?of your choice.
• Recipe courtesy of CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY by Chetna Makan.
• Get the book here:.
• https://www.amazon.com/Chai-Chaat-Chutney-journey-through/dp/1784722871/.

STICKY BOMBAY CHICKEN FROM CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Make a couple of slashes ?on each drumstick, ready ?for marinating.
• Combine the soy sauce, olive oil, sugar, garlic, ginger, chilli, five-spice powder and salt in ?a large bowl. Mix well, then ?add the chicken and stir to coat. Leave to marinate for at least 1 hour or, preferably, cover the bowl with clingfilm and marinate overnight in ?the refrigerator.
• Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F), Gas Mark 4.
• Tip the chicken and marinade into a shallow roasting tin and bake for 40 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through. Sprinkle over the sesame seeds and serve hot.
• Recipe courtesy of CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY by Chetna Makan.
• Get the book here:.
• https://www.amazon.com/Chai-Chaat-Chutney-journey-through/dp/1784722871/.

MANGO LASSI FROM CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Using a pestle and mortar, grind the cardamom seeds to a powder.
• Combine the mango pulp, yogurt, milk, sugar and ground cardamom in a blender. Add the ice cubes and blitz for 1 minute. Pour into 3 glasses and serve immediately.
• Recipe courtesy of CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY by Chetna Makan.
• Get the book here:.
• https://www.amazon.com/Chai-Chaat-Chutney-journey-through/dp/1784722871/.

TOMATO CHUTNEY FROM CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY

Steps:

• Using a food processor, blend the tomatoes, garlic and chillies to make a smooth paste.
• Heat the oil in a saucepan ?and add the tomato mixture with the salt and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer over medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes, until the chutney thickens a little and the tomatoes are cooked. Leave to cool before serving. This chutney will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
• Recipe courtesy of CHAI, CHAAT & CHUTNEY by Chetna Makan.
• Get the book here:.
• https://www.amazon.com/Chai-Chaat-Chutney-journey-through/dp/1784722871/.