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Spicy Masala Oranges

Juicy orange segments tossed with tangy chaat masala, chili flakes, a touch of sugar and salt, and fresh cilantro; the no-cook chaat-style snack that took over Reels in 2026.

10 minEasyServes 490 cal/serving

IndianAppetizerNo-CookVeganLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-Free

Ingredients

  • 4 oranges navel oranges, segmented
  • 1 tsp chaat masala
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Peel the 4 oranges navel oranges and separate them into segments, removing any white pith and seeds.

  2. 2

    Arrange the orange segments in a serving bowl.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle the 1 tsp chaat masala, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt evenly over the oranges.

  4. 4

    Drizzle with the 2 tsp lime juice and gently toss to coat without breaking the segments.

  5. 5

    Scatter the 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro on top and serve immediately.

Questions

How long does Spicy Masala Oranges keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. It is served cold; there is nothing to reheat.

Can I halve or double Spicy Masala Oranges?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. There is no cooking pitfall here; the quantities simply scale.

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