Nihari
Indian Indian - Chutneys and Sides

Nihari

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 4 urad dal papads
  • • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • • 1 tomato, deseeded and finely chopped
  • • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • • 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander
  • • 1/2 tsp chaat masala
  • • 1/4 tsp red chili powder
  • • 1 lemon, cut into wedges

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Dry-roast each papad on a tawa or over an open flame until crisp and lightly blistered.

2
Phase 2

Toss the chopped onion, tomato, green chili, and coriander with the chaat masala and red chili powder.

3
Phase 3

Spoon the masala mixture generously over the crisp roasted papads.

4
Phase 4

Squeeze lemon wedges over the top just before serving.

5
Phase 5

Serve immediately while the papad is still crisp, as a crunchy side to rich meat dishes and dals.