Batata Vada (बटाटा वडा)
बटाटा वडा (Batata Vada) is a popular Maharashtrian snack made with spicy mashed potatoes coated in a gram flour batter and deep-fried until crispy. It is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for tea-time or as an appetizer.
Ingredients
- 3 large potatoes, boiled and mashed
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/2 tsp red chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garam masala
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt to taste
- 1 1/2 cups gram flour (besan)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan and add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add green chilies and ginger.
- Add the mashed potatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, cilantro, and salt. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a bowl, mix gram flour, salt, and baking soda. Add water gradually to make a smooth, thick batter.
- Divide the potato mixture into equal portions and shape them into balls. Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.
- Dip each potato ball into the gram flour batter, making sure it is evenly coated, and carefully drop it into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the vadas from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with green chutney or tamarind chutney.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per vada
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Frying pan Mixing bowls Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve hot with green chutney and tamarind chutney.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the vadas to ensure they turn out crispy.
Cost
$5