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MATARA CHAAT (DRIED PEAS CHAAT)

MATARA CHAAT

Nutrient information for ¾ katori

Energy (Kcal)

Protein (g)

Carbohydrate (g)

Total Fats (g)

135

8.2

21.9

1.1

4 katoris
20 minutes
  • If you are prescribed 1200 kcal, 1400 kcal, 1600 kcal,1800 kcal, you can consume:  3/4 katori
  • If you are prescribed 2000 Kcal, you can consume: 1 katori
  • 1 cup peas, dry (matara)
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1/2 medium cucumber, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp groundnut oil (optional)
  • 2 cups water

Dry Spices

  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tbsp tamarind (imli)
  • Use minimal amount of salt
  1. Rinse the dry peas completely and soak them in water overnight. Drain and rinse again. 
  2. Wash the vegetables and chop them.
  3. Boil the soaked peas in 2 cups of water until soft. Drain the excess water and set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, cumin powder, tamarind pulp (imli), and salt to taste. Adjust the seasoning to your liking. 
  5. In a large mixing bowl, add the boiled peas, chopped onion, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
  6. Adjust salt and other seasonings according to your taste preferences.
  7. Serve with multigrain roti.

Note: Alternatively, the vegetables can be sautéed in 2 tsp of oil and then can be mixed with matara.

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