Kenyan Bhajia Bonanza
Kenyan Bhajia Bonanza is a popular street food in Kenya, featuring crispy and flavorful potato and vegetable fritters. This recipe is a delightful combination of spices and textures that will surely tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup water
- Salt to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, chili powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add water gradually to form a smooth batter.
- Dip the potato slices in the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry the coated potato slices until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 180 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Frying pan Mixing bowl Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cup
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bhajias with a side of tangy tamarind chutney or spicy mint chutney for an authentic Kenyan street food experience.
Tips & tricks
For extra crunch, you can add a handful of sliced onions and fresh cilantro to the batter before frying.
Cost
$8