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Batata Vada Potato Balls In A Gram Flour Crust Recipe

Experience the irresistible taste of Batata Vada, a beloved Indian street food and family favorite! These crispy potato balls, coated in a flavorful gram flour batter, are incredibly easy to make and bursting with authentic Indian spices. A perfect appetizer or snack, this recipe is sure to become a new family tradition.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 128.7 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Batata Vada Potato Balls In A Gram Flour Crust

  • 2 large potatoes
  • Ginger
  • Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • pinch asafoetida powder
  • salt to taste
  • 1/2 cup besan
  • Chili Powder
  • Ground Cumin
  • Baking Soda
  • enough water
  • 3 tablespoons oil, plus 2 cups for frying
  • 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste

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How to Make Batata Vada Potato Balls In A Gram Flour Crust

  1. Boil 2 large potatoes until tender. Peel and mash them thoroughly.
  2. In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger-garlic paste, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and salt to taste.
  3. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds and wait until they begin to splutter. Add a pinch of asafoetida and immediately remove from heat.
  5. Pour the tempered mustard seeds and asafoetida mixture over the mashed potatoes.
  6. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup gram flour and enough water to create a thick, smooth batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the potatoes nicely but not too thick.
  8. Divide the potato mixture into 16 equal portions and shape them into small balls.
  9. Heat about 2 cups of oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium-high heat.
  10. Dip each potato ball into the gram flour batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
  11. Carefully place the coated potato balls into the hot oil.
  12. Fry the Batata Vada in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy (about 3-4 minutes per batch).
  13. Remove the fried Batata Vada from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  14. Serve the Batata Vada hot, as a snack or appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Healthy Appetizers Lunch Snacks Potatoes Vegetables Asian Indian Low Fat Vegan Vegetarian Deep Fry Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Healthy 2 Low In Something Technique