Easy Batata Vada Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Boil, peel, and mash the potatoes. Add chopped green chilies, ginger, garlic, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
• STEP 2.Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add curry leaves and sauté for a few seconds. Add this tempering to the mashed potatoes and mix well.
• STEP 3.Divide the potato mixture into small balls and shape them into flat patties. Dip each patty in a gram flour batter and deep fry until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 4.Serve hot with chutney or as a filling in a pav bun. Enjoy the delicious and easy Batata Vada!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the mashed potato mixture is well seasoned with spices for maximum flavor.
• To make the gram flour batter, mix gram flour with water, salt, and a pinch of turmeric powder to get a smooth consistency.
• Deep fry the vadas on medium heat to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
• You can also add a pinch of baking soda to the gram flour batter for extra crispiness.

Storage and Serving

• Batata Vada is best served hot and fresh.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the vadas in a preheated oven or air fryer to maintain their crispiness.