Mashed Vegetable Fritters (bhorta Bora)

Mashed Vegetable Fritters (Bhorta Bora) are a popular dish in Sylheti cuisine, known for its flavorful and spicy taste. These fritters are made by mashing mixed vegetables, adding spices, and then frying them to perfection.

Mashed Vegetable Fritters (bhorta Bora)

Ingredients

  • 2 potatoes, boiled and mashed
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans), boiled and mashed
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup chickpea flour (besan)
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Mix the mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables in a bowl.
  2. Add the chopped onion, green chilies, ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the bowl. Mix well.
  3. Add chickpea flour gradually to the mixture to form a thick batter.
  4. Heat oil in a pan for frying.
  5. Take a spoonful of the vegetable mixture and gently drop it into the hot oil to form fritters. Fry until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve the mashed vegetable fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce or chutney.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Frying pan Mixing bowl Spatula Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove Knife Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

These fritters can be served as an appetizer with tamarind chutney or mint yogurt sauce.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the vegetable mixture is well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the fritters.

Cost

$8