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.

Kenyan Bhajia Bonanza

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

  1. In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric, chili powder, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add water gradually to form a smooth batter.
  3. Dip the potato slices in the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Fry the coated potato slices until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  7. 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