Spiced Indian Nachos with Mint Raita

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Feel the twist of fusion with these, Indian nachos! Spicy and crunchy tortilla chips topped with spiced up chickpeas, colorful vegetables and tasty black mustards seeds. Accompany them with a minted raita as a cooling yogurt based dish flavoured with fresh mint, cumin and green chillies. These nachos will definitely hit the spot whether you’re having a get together, movie night or just craving some Mexican Flavour!

– makes about 4 servings –


Ingredients

  • 8 oz tortilla chips
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp black mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup grated cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish For Mint Raita:
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp roasted cumin powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Steps

  1. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the black mustard seeds and cook until they start to pop.
  2. Add the chickpeas along with cumin, coriander, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
  3. On a large serving platter, spread out the tortilla chips evenly.
  4. Layer the spiced chickpeas over the chips, then add red onion, tomato, and bell pepper.
  5. Sprinkle grated cheese over the top, if using, and let it melt slightly.
  6. For the mint raita, mix yogurt, chopped mint, roasted cumin powder, salt, and lemon juice in a bowl until well combined.
  7. Drizzle the mint raita over the nachos or serve it on the side for dipping.
  8. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving, and enjoy!

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