Vegetable Fritters Recipe

Crispy and flavorful vegetable fritters, perfect as an appetizer or snack. This recipe is versatile, allowing you to use a variety of vegetables based on your preference and what’s available.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, potatoes, onions, peas, bell peppers, spinach, etc.), finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup gram flour (besan)
  • 1/4 cup rice flour (optional, for extra crispiness)
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida (hing) (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste (or minced ginger and garlic)
  • 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves
  • Salt to taste
  • Water, as needed
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the vegetable mixture:
    • Wash and finely chop all the vegetables.
    • In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables.
  2. Make the batter:
    • Add gram flour, rice flour (if using), turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, asafoetida (if using), ginger-garlic paste, chopped coriander leaves, and salt to the vegetable mixture.
    • Mix well, ensuring the vegetables are coated with the dry ingredients.
    • Gradually add water, a little at a time, to form a thick batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the vegetables and hold its shape.
  3. Fry the fritters:
    • Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or kadhai over medium heat.
    • Once the oil is hot, take a small portion of the vegetable batter and gently drop it into the hot oil.
    • Fry the fritters in batches, ensuring they don’t overcrowd the pan.
    • Fry until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
    • Remove the fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  4. Serve:
    • Serve the hot vegetable fritters with your favorite chutney, ketchup, or raita.

Optional additions:

  • You can add finely chopped green chilies for extra spice.
  • add a pinch of garam masala to the batter for enhanced flavor.
  • add finely shredded cabbage to the vegetables.

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