Crispy Batata Vada with Green Chutney
Crispy, golden fried potato fritters served with bright green cilantro chutney—a Mumbai street food that's spiced, tangy, and impossible to stop eating. Ready in 25 minutes with a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 9g
Ingredients
- 3 whole medium potatoes
- ¾ cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 whole green chili, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
- 1 whole green chili
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Boil potatoes whole until fork-tender, about 12 minutes. Drain, cool slightly, then peel and mash until smooth.
- 2
Blend cilantro, green chili, lemon juice, and salt into a smooth paste. Transfer to a bowl.
- 3
Mix mashed potato with gram flour, minced green chili, ginger, cumin seeds, turmeric, and a pinch of salt until you have a stiff batter.
- 4
Heat oil in a deep heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Using two spoons, gently slide egg-sized balls of batter into the hot oil.
- 5
Fry 5–6 minutes, turning once halfway, until deep golden-brown and crispy on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- 6
Serve hot vadas with green chutney on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- pot
- heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- thermometer (oil temperature)
- slotted spoon
- blender or food processor
- mixing bowl
- spoon
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