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    Home » Recipes » Snacks

    Peanut Chaat (Boiled Peanut Chaat Recipe + Video)

    Published: Jun 13, 2019 · Modified: Jan 24, 2023 by Geetha Priyanka · 28 Comments

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    Peanut chaat - a healthy, gluten-free, vegan and oil-free snack perfect to enjoy with masala chai and the best substitute for fried snacks.  This delicious, utterly irresistible and one of the healthy tea time snacks recipe masala groundnuts is a versatile dish that is easy to make with few ingredients.

    peanut chaat on wooden spoon.

    This healthy chaat is prepared with boiled peanuts, vegetables and spices. Chaats such as this boiled  peanut chaat, masala corn, bhelpuri, dahi papdi chaat, masala puri chaat are downright addicting. Chaat is a dish that has every element in terms of texture and taste such as crispy, crunchy, tangy and spicy. 

    As always, you will find the full ingredients list with measurements and detailed recipe instructions in a separate recipe box underneath the text section. To bypass the text section choose “SCROLL TO RECIPE” or “PRINT RECIPE” or click the “SCROLL TO VIDEO” option to watch the full video of this recipe. All options are located at the beginning of the post.

    Is peanut chaat healthy?

    This boiled peanut chaat makes a healthy and tasty tea time snack and the best way to swap fried food. Healthy food is often believed to be boring and unappealing. On the other hand, we can't deny the fact that fried food is pleasing to our taste buds, though we are aware that we are loading our bodies with unnecessary calories, saturated fats, and trans fats.  With all the vegetables, boiled peanuts and spices, this spicy, tangy and tasty chaat is sure to entice your taste buds. On a side note let me warn you this chaat is dangerously addictive! this recipe is sure to convince you that healthier food can be made interesting and tasty enough to replace fried foods.

    Peanut chaat recipe variations

    You may add raw mango or amchoor (raw mango powder) for extra tang.

    Boiled corn kernels, boiled potato cubes, grated carrot or few pomegranate arils make a great colourful addition.

    Make it more interesting with green chutney, handful fine sev as toppings.

    Watch how to make peanut chaat

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    Ingredients

    Vegan, Gluten Free

    1 cup = 250ml ; 1 tablespoon = 15ml

    Peanuts: 1 cup

    Salt: as required

    Chili powder: 1 tsp

    Chat masala: 1 tsp

    Lemon juice: ½ lime

    Onion: 1 medium size, finely chopped

    Tomato: 1 medium size, finely chopped

    Cucumber: 1 small, finely chopped

    Green chili: 1, chopped

    Coriander: handful

    Water: 3 cups

    Instructions

    1. Place peanuts and water in a saucepan, bring it to boil on medium heat. Boil for 20 minutes or until peanuts turns soft and tender.

    2. Drain the water, transfer peanuts to a wide bowl.

    3. Add all the spices, vegetables, lemon juice.

    4. Mix until well combined.

    process of making peanut chaat.

    Enjoy spicy, tangy, chatpata peanut chaat with masala chai or on its own.

    Notes

    You can cook peanuts in a pressure cooker for 3-4 whistles to fast up the process.

    Adjust spices and vegetables as per your personal taste preference.

    More snack recipe ideas:

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    Eggless Coconut Cookies

    Chana Chaat

    Coconut Date Balls

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    Crispy Masala Peanuts

    peanut chaat in a wooden spoon and in a bowl on a cloth with half cut lime, spice mix in a bowl.

    Peanut Chaat

    Peanut chaat - a healthy, vegan and gluten-free street side snack perfect to enjoy with masala chai and the best substitute for fried snacks.  This delicious and utterly irresistible snack is a versatile dish that is easy to make with few ingredients.

    5 from 11 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Indian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 476kcal
    Author: Geetha

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    Ingredients

    Vegan, Gluten Free

      1 cup = 250ml ; 1 tablespoon =15ml

      • 1 cup Peanuts
      • Salt as required
      • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
      • 1 teaspoon Chat masala
      • Lemon juice ½ lime
      • 1 Onion finely chopped, medium size
      • 1 Tomato finely chopped, medium size
      • 1 Cucumber finely chopped, small
      • 1 Green chili chopped
      • Coriander handful, chopped
      • 3 cups Water

      Instructions

      • Before you get started, scroll up a little and watch a quick recipe video.
      • Check the notes and tips at the bottom of the recipe for extra info and help.
      • Place peanuts and water in a saucepan, bring it to boil on high heat.
      • Boil for 20 minutes or until peanuts turns soft and tender.
      • Drain the water, transfer peanuts to a wide bowl.
      • Add all the spices, vegetables, lemon juice and mix until well combined.
      • Enjoy spicy, tangy, chatpata peanut chaat with masala chai or on its own.

      Notes

      You can cook peanuts in a pressure cooker for 3-4 whistles to fast up the process.
      Adjust spices and vegetables as per your personal taste preference.
       
      ** Nutritional information provided here is estimated and for guidance only. Please refer my Recipe Disclaimer for more details.

      Nutrition

      Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 993mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 917IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 4mg
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      1. seema sriram

        November 09, 2019 at 10:38 am

        5 stars
        Peanut chaat looks so easy to make and I love chaats so this looks so easy for me to do. thankyou for the recipe

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:45 pm

          I'm sure you like this chaat too and an added advantage is that it is totally oil-free.

          Reply
      2. Priya Srinivasan

        October 29, 2019 at 3:20 pm

        5 stars
        that is one delicious chat dear! I love to eat boiled peanuts just like that, with all these delicious additions, i bet this is one yummiest snack! i can eat this anytime of the day!

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:43 pm

          If you love just boiled peanuts I'm sure you will love this chaat too. Do try and let me know how you liked it Priya.

          Reply
      3. Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey

        October 26, 2019 at 8:42 am

        I love chaat and making it with peanut sounds so delicious. Will have to give this one a go

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:42 pm

          Do try Jagrutiji and let me know how you enjoyed it.

          Reply
      4. Padma Veeranki

        October 23, 2019 at 10:55 pm

        5 stars
        One of my favourites...I love boiled peanuts and this looks so refreshing and delicious ? I can have it at any time of the day...Healthy & filling!!

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:41 pm

          Happy to know you like this recipe 🙂

          Reply
      5. amrita

        October 23, 2019 at 6:13 am

        We always tend to eat fried items with chai but this healthy and chatpata chaat is perfect to go with evening tea ... lovely share

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:40 pm

          I'm sure once you try this you'll never go back to fried items!

          Reply
      6. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

        October 22, 2019 at 5:48 pm

        5 stars
        I love peanut chaat! One of the easiest and best way to load up on protein and vegetables. So simple to make and kids love it as well. Great choice for after school snack.

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:39 pm

          It indeed is the best protein-loaded snack to enjoy.

          Reply
      7. Swati

        October 22, 2019 at 4:27 pm

        Perfect party appetizer or evening time snack!! Looks so tempting, love the idea of adding boiled peanuts with onion and tomatoes!!

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:38 pm

          Thanks Swati 🙂

          Reply
      8. Vandana Chauhan

        October 22, 2019 at 1:06 pm

        5 stars
        My mother used to make something similar but with sprouted peanuts. and it was one of my favorite things to eat as a child. Your dish also looks very delicious and healthy.

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:38 pm

          Sprouted peanuts sound good, I will surely try it next time.

          Reply
      9. Sandhya Nadkarni

        October 22, 2019 at 3:04 am

        5 stars
        I absolutely love this protein rich peanut chaat! I could eat that whole bowl Geetha 🙂
        Superb share!

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:37 pm

          Thanks, Sandhya 🙂

          Reply
      10. Mayuri Patel

        October 21, 2019 at 4:51 pm

        5 stars
        I love peanut chaat, its my all time favourite as one can add any kind of vegetables and fruits to it to make it into a healthy and filling snack. A perfect dish as a starter too.

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:36 pm

          Oh yes, I totally agree with you Mayuriji, this is one such versatile dish where we can add any addons to suit our taste.

          Reply
      11. Pavani

        October 21, 2019 at 3:13 am

        5 stars
        My husband loves boiled peanuts and chaat. Your peanut chaat sound like something he will LOVE. I am going to try this recipe for him.

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:35 pm

          Yes, do try and let me know how you liked it Pavani 🙂

          Reply
      12. Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth

        October 20, 2019 at 11:45 am

        The peanut chaat surely looks so delicious and filling... A lovely snack to have when you wouldn't want to load with any fried stuff...

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:34 pm

          Thank you 🙂

          Reply
      13. Malini

        October 19, 2019 at 4:55 pm

        5 stars
        Crunchy and yummy snack, this chaat is way better than any fried snack. The Peanut chaat looks so colorful and it is really addictive like you said. It's been quite some time since I made this snack, your post reminded me, will try this weekend. 🙂

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:33 pm

          It indeed is a healthy and tasty addictive snack. I hope you like it too Malini 🙂

          Reply
      14. Lata Lala

        October 18, 2019 at 9:17 am

        5 stars
        Peanuts chaat is my absolute favourite. This is truly
        healthy side dish to be enjoyed with tea or any drink. This being non fried tops the list amongst evening snacks.

        Reply
        • Geetha Priyanka

          April 30, 2020 at 3:31 pm

          I'm so glad you like this recipe Lataji 🙂

          Reply

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