Ingredients
- White Bread Slices: 6 slices, acts as the crispy outer shell
- Boiled Potatoes: 3 medium, mashed, soft and fluffy filling
- Green Chilies: 2 finely chopped, adds heat
- Ginger Paste: 1 teaspoon, enhances aroma
- Chaat Masala: 1 teaspoon, brings tangy kick
- Salt: to taste, essential for balance
- Fresh Coriander: 2 tablespoons, chopped, brings freshness and color
- Besan (Gram Flour): 1 cup, forms crispy coating
- Turmeric Powder: 1/2 teaspoon, gives color and flavor
- Red Chili Powder: 1/2 teaspoon, adds mild kick
- Ajwain (Carom Seeds): 1/2 teaspoon, aids digestion and flavor
- Baking Soda: a pinch, helps puff batter
- Water: as needed, to make smooth batter
- Oil: for deep frying, ensures crisp texture
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix mashed potatoes, green chilies, ginger paste, chaat masala, coriander, and salt.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Prepare the batter by whisking besan, turmeric, red chili powder, ajwain, salt, baking soda, and water until smooth and thick.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread potato filling on bread slices, top with another slice, cut diagonally into triangles.
- Cook to Perfection: Dip triangles into batter and fry in hot oil until golden and crisp.
- Finishing Touches: Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with green chutney or ketchup.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better texture.
- Keep batter slightly thick for better coating.
- Fry in small batches for even cooking.
- Taste filling before assembling to adjust seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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