Ingredients (4 servings):
1/2 cup raw peanuts
1/2+1/2 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
1/8 teaspoon turmeric (haldi)
3/4 cup tomatoes seeded cut in small cubes
3/4 cup cucumber cut in small cubes
1 tablespoon ginger finally chopped
1 green chili finally chopped adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin seed powder (bhuna jeera)
1/8 teaspoon red chili powder
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Preparation:
In a sauce pan add peanuts with 2 cups of water turmeric and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Cook over medium high heat for about 25 minutes until peanuts are soft.
Drain the water and let it cool to room temperature.
Mix ginger, chili, 1/2 teaspoon salt, cumin seed powder, red chili powder, black pepper, sugar and lemon juice together.
Mix the peanuts with tomatoes and cucumbers, add the spice mix and toss.
Peanut Chaat is ready to serve.