Batata Vada Recipe

step 1

• STEP 1.For the masala, put coriander leaves, garlic, green chillies, ginger and little water in a mixer jar and grind to a fine paste.

step 2

• STEP 2.Heat a tablespoon oil in a non-stick pan, add mustard seeds and let them splutter.

step 3

• STEP 3.Add asafoetida, curry leaves and masala paste and mix.

step 4

• STEP 4.Add turmeric powder and cook for two minutes.

step 5

• STEP 5.Add potatoes and salt and mix everything well. Sprinkle some water, add coriander leaves and mix well.

step 6

• STEP 6.Cover and cook for two to three minutes.

step 7

• STEP 7.Transfer the potato mixture onto a plate and set aside to cool for ten to fifteen minutes.

step 8

• STEP 8.For the batter, put gram flour, salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, asafoetida in a bowl, add sufficient water and whisk well to make a semi thick batter without any lumps.

step 9

• STEP 9.Add baking soda, mix well and set aside for ten minutes.

step 10

• STEP 10.Heat sufficient oil in a kadai.

step 11

• STEP 11.Divide the potato mixture into equal portions and roll into balls and press lightly.

step 12

• STEP 12.Dip each ball in the batter, drain off excess batter and slide into the hot oil.

step 13

• STEP 13.Deep-fry the vadas for four to five minutes on medium heat or till golden and crisp on the outside.

step 14

• STEP 14.Drain on absorbent paper. arrange them on a serving platter and serve hot.