Basket Chaat (Airfryer)

             Basket Chaat is a popular Indian street food dish that combines various flavors and textures to create a delicious and tangy snack. Traditionally, it is prepared by deep-frying crispy dough baskets and filling them with a mixture of boiled potatoes, chickpeas, chutneys, yogurt, and spices. However, you mentioned "Basket Chaat (Airfryer)," which suggests a healthier version of the dish using an air fryer.

To make Basket Chaat using an air fryer, here's a modified recipe:

Ingredients:

• 4 small tortillas or whole wheat wraps
• 1 cup boiled potatoes, diced
• 1 cup boiled chickpeas
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup sweet tamarind chutney
• 1/4 cup green chutney
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala
• 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• Salt to taste
• Red chili powder (optional)
• Cooking spray or oil (for air frying)

Instructions:

• Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
• Take each tortilla or wrap and cut it into small circles using a cookie cutter or any round object as a guide.
• Lightly grease the tortilla circles with cooking spray or brush them with a small amount of oil.
• Place the greased tortilla circles in the air fryer basket, making sure they don't overlap. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
• Air fry the tortilla circles for about 4-5 minutes until they become crisp and golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning. Once done, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the boiled potatoes, chickpeas, chopped onion, tomato, and coriander leaves. Season with chaat masala, roasted cumin powder, salt, and red chili powder (if desired). Mix well to coat the ingredients evenly.
• Take each air-fried tortilla circle and gently press the center to create a small indentation or basket shape.
• Fill each basket with the prepared potato and chickpea mixture.
• Drizzle some sweet tamarind chutney and green chutney over the filling.
• Top each basket with a dollop of plain yogurt.
• Garnish with additional chutneys, chopped onions, tomatoes, coriander leaves, and a sprinkle of chaat masala.
• Serve the Basket Chaat immediately as a delightful and tangy snack.

By using an air fryer instead of deep frying, you can enjoy a healthier version of Basket Chaat without compromising on taste. Adjust the ingredients and flavors according to your preferences, and feel free to add other toppings such as sev (crispy fried noodles) or pomegranate seeds for extra crunch and sweetness. Enjoy your homemade Basket Chaat!