Perfect Iftaari Combo: Refreshing Fruit Chaat with Spicy Chicken Pakora
Bilkul Online
Bilkul Online | Sunday Special
15 FEb 2026
By Saira Multani
Fruit Chaat (Refreshing Iftaari Bowl)
Ingredients
1 cup apples (chopped)
1 cup bananas (sliced)
1 cup papaya or mango cubes
½ cup pomegranate seeds
1–2 tbsp orange or lemon juice
1 tsp chaat masala
Pinch of black salt
Mint leaves for garnish
Steps
Combine all chopped fruits in a bowl.
Add lemon/orange juice, chaat masala, and black salt.
Mix gently so fruits don’t become mushy.
Garnish with mint leaves and chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.
Tip: Add soaked raisins or dates for extra energy during fasting.
Chicken Pakora (Crispy Iftaari Snack)
Ingredients
250 g boneless chicken (small pieces)
½ cup gram flour (besan)
2 tbsp rice flour (for crispiness)
1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
½ tsp turmeric
1 tsp red chilli powder
1 tsp garam masala
Salt to taste
Water as needed
Oil for deep frying
Steps
Mix chicken with ginger-garlic paste, spices, salt, and flours.
Add a little water to coat the chicken (thick batter).
Heat oil and drop small coated chicken pieces.
Fry until golden and crispy.
Serve hot with mint chutney or ketchup.
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