357 calories for 1 serving of Shakarkand Chaat, Cholesterol 0 mg, Carbohydrates 53.5g, Protein 4.7g, Fat 12.6g. 

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Shakarkandi ki Chaat is a tangy and sweet chaat made with sweet potatoes mingled in chutneys, chatpata masalas and lime juice.

Shakarkand is the hindi name for sweet potatoes, hence it is called as shakarkandi ki chaat. You can also enjoy sweet potato chaat recipe during fasting days by adding vrat chutneys. A delicious snack that is sure to be enjoyed by all!

Tips to make shakarkand chaat: 1. Instead of sweet potato you can use peeled potato cubes. 2. Instead of chaat masala you can use amchoor powder. 3. Serve the chaat immediately otherwise it becomes soggy.

Is Shakarkand Chaat  healthy?

No, not healthy. 

Let's understand the Ingredients.

What's the problem ?

Deep fried foods : This recipe is deep fried. Any food that is deep fried is not suitable for healthy living. Your fat levels increase as deep frying increases oil absorption. Also when you use the same oil again for deep frying then smoking point decreases which leads to the development of blue smoke which is not good for health. Processed food, Deep Fried Foods also increases inflammation in the body and shuts down the fat burning process. Most diseases from heart, to cardio vascular, diabetes, parkinsons, alzheimer, cancer and obesity result when the cells get inflamed and then they don't function correctly. Inflammation in the arteries can cause heart attacks. So your diet should contain foods that fight inflammation in the body. That's how your body gets healthier by eating the right stuff. NOTE. 5 gm per big puri (45 calories of unhealthy fat)  or samosa of oil is consumed on deep frying.  2.5 g per small one.

Can diabetics, heart patients and over weight individuals have Shakarkand Chaat ?

No. This recipe is deep fried. Any food that is deep fried is not suitable for healthy living. Your fat levels increase as deep frying increases oil absorption. Also when you use the same oil again for deep frying then smoking point decreases which leads to the development of blue smoke which is not good for health.

Are there any healthy chaat recipes you suggest? 

Yes, we suggest the following healthy chaat options like Oats Chaat, Moong Dal ki Chaat and Paneer aur Hare Chane ki Chaat, low calorie sev puri . All these chaat recipes have no fried foods and made from dals, oats, baked sev, baked papadi and chana which are healthy.

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One serving of Shakarkand Chaat is high in

1. Fiber : Dietary fiber reduce the risk of heart disease, prevent the spike in blood sugar levels and hence super for diabetics. Consume more fruits, vegetables, moong, oats, matki, whole grains.

2. Vitamin B1 : Vitamin B1 protects nerves, helps in carbohydrate metabolism, prevents heart diseases and helps produce red blood cells. 

3. Vitamin C :  Vitamin C is a great defence against coughs and colds.

4. Calcium : Calcium  is a mineral that makes bones stay strong. Required from kids to adults.

Note : a recipe is deemed high in a Vitamin or mineral if it meets 20% and above the recommended daily allowance based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

How to burn 357 calories that come from one Shakarkand Chaat?

Walking (6 kmph) = 1 hour 47 min 
Running (11 kmph) = 36 mins 
Cycling (30 kmph) = 48 mins 
Swimming (2 kmph) = 61 mins 

Note: These values are approximate and calorie burning differs in each individual.