VADAS

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Provided by Sinosceptic

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 teaspoon brown mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon caster sugar
2 green chilies, finely chopped
550 g potatoes, peeled, boiled & roughly chopped
1 cup coriander leaves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
150 g chickpea flour
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

In a large pan heat a little oil & add the mustard seed, turmeric, salt & chilli, cook for about 2-3 minutes. Add the potatoes and mash as you mix.
Mix in the coriander, remove from the heat & cool.
Once the mix is cool roll into about 10-14 balls.
In a bowl sift the flour with the cumin & baking powder, season with a little salt.
Add 1 teaspoon of olive oil & 130ml of cold water to form a batter.
Heat the oil to 190°C/375°F.
Dip the potato balls into the batter mix and drop into the oil and fry until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.5, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 494.7, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 7.4, Protein 11.9