Ingredients:

For the Chaat:

• 2 cups boiled chickpeas (canned chickpeas can be used as well)
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1 small cucumber, finely chopped
• 1 small tomato, finely chopped
• 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander leaves
• 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
• 1/4 cup boiled and chopped potatoes (optional)
• Salt to taste

For the Chaat Masala:

• 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black salt (kala namak)
• 1/4 teaspoon chaat masala
• A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

For the Chutneys:

• Tamarind chutney (sweet and tangy)
• Green chutney (spicy and minty)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chickpeas: If you're using dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and then boil until they are soft. If using canned chickpeas, rinse and drain them. Set aside.

2. Chop the Vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped red onion, cucumber, tomato, green chili, and fresh coriander leaves. If you're using pomegranate seeds and boiled potatoes, add them at this stage.

3. Add Chickpeas: Add the boiled chickpeas to the bowl with the chopped vegetables.

4. Prepare the Chaat Masala: In a small bowl, mix the roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, black salt, chaat masala, and a pinch of asafoetida.

5. Season the Chaat: Sprinkle the prepared chaat masala over the chickpeas and vegetables. Add salt to taste.

6. Toss and Mix: Gently toss and mix all the ingredients together, ensuring the chaat masala is evenly distributed.

7. Add Chutneys: Drizzle sweet tamarind chutney and spicy green chutney over the Channa Chaat. Adjust the amount of chutneys to your taste preferences.

8. Toss Again: Gently toss the chaat to coat the chickpeas and vegetables with the chutneys. Make sure everything is well combined.

9. Serve: Serve your Channa Chaat in individual bowls or plates. Garnish with additional coriander leaves and pomegranate seeds if desired.

Channa Chaat is a popular and healthy street food in India, offering a delicious blend of flavors and textures. Enjoy it as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.