Shakarkand ki chaat

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Shakarkand ki Chaat is a popular fasting (vrat) snack made with sweet potatoes, rock salt, spices, and lemon juice. It is naturally sweet, tangy, and spicy, making it a perfect balance of flavors. Commonly prepared during Navratri, Ekadashi, or Shivratri fasts, this chaat is light on the stomach yet filling. You can serve it warm, directly after boiling the sweet potatoes, or as a chilled salad-style chaat topped with pomegranate and vrat chutneys.

Shreya Singh

3 weeks ago

Prep Time 10 min
Cook Time 20 min (boiling)
Servings 3–4 People

Ingredients

Main

3 medium sweet potatoes (shakarkand), boiled or roasted, peeled

Seasonings

Sendha namak (rock salt), to taste

1/2 tsp black pepper powder

1–2 green chilies, finely chopped

1/2 tsp vrat-friendly chaat masala (optional)

For Garnish

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped

2 tbsp pomegranate seeds

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories 200
Total Fat 0.5 g
Carbohydrate 47 g
Protein 2 g
Fiber 5 g

*Approximate values; vary with ingredients.

Instructions

1 Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly. Boil in a pressure cooker for 2–3 whistles or roast directly on flame/oven until soft. Peel once cooled.
2 Cut the shakarkand into bite-sized cubes or medium chunks.
3 Place the pieces in a large mixing bowl. Add sendha namak, black pepper, chopped green chilies, and vrat chaat masala (if using).
4 Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and toss gently so that the spices coat all pieces evenly.
5 Garnish with coriander leaves and pomegranate seeds for freshness and crunch.
6 Serve immediately warm, or refrigerate for 15 minutes and enjoy chilled as a refreshing fasting chaat.