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Crispy Okra Chaat

Crispy Okra Chaat (Indian-Style Crunchy Okra Salad)

565kcal
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Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 15 minutes
Crispy Okra Chaat is a quick and flavorful Indian-inspired dish made with crunchy fried okra, tangy chutneys, and a sprinkle of chaat masala. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, this customizable recipe lets you balance spicy, sweet, and savory flavors exactly to your taste.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs Okra
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Kashmiri Red Chili Powder or user regular Red Chili Powder if you want to add more heat
  • 1 tsp Chaat Masala
  • 1/2 cup Gram flour besan
  • 1/4 cup Rice flour optional, adds crispiness
Dressings
  • 1 tbsp Green Chutney adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp Tamarind Chutney adjust to taste
  • 1 Lemon

Method

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the okra. Trim the tops and tips, then slice lengthwise into thin strips.
    Okra Slices
  2. Place the sliced okra in a bowl. Add salt, red chili powder, rice flour (if using) and gram flour (besan).
    Seasoned Okra Slices
    3. Add gram flour gradually to avoid clumping.
    Use rice flour if available, as it adds crispiness and creates a lighter, crunchier texture.
  3. Toss until evenly coated.
    Seasoned Okra Slices
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Fry the okra in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4–6 minutes.
    Okra in Frying Pan
    5. Use a neutral, high smoke point oil such as canola oil, vegetable oil, or peanut oil to ensure the okra fries evenly and develops a crisp, golden exterior without absorbing excess oil.
    Do not overcrowd the pan for best results.
  5. Remove the okra and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
    Okra in Frying Pan
    6. Let it rest briefly to enhance crispiness.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle chaat masala and toss gently.
    Fried Okra on Paper Towel
Dress and Serve
    Adjust seasoning to taste.
  1. Drizzle green chutney and tamarind chutney over the okra. Garnish with sliced onions and optional herbs. Add a squeeze of lemon and serve immediately.
    Crispy Okra Chaat
    2. Add chutneys just before serving to keep the okra crisp.
    See other serving suggestions in the recipe.

Nutrition

Calories565kcalCarbohydrates108gProtein26gFat6gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat1gSodium2433mgPotassium1977mgFiber23gSugar18gVitamin A4125IUVitamin C107mgCalcium424mgIron7mg

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