Aloo Baida

Aloo Baida is a delicious vegan Indian dish featuring spiced mashed potatoes wrapped in a chickpea flour batter and pan-fried to crispy perfection. This savory treat is perfect for lunch and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• Potatoes - 300 grams
• Chickpea flour (besan) - 100 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Oil - for frying

Steps

1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
2. Peel the boiled potatoes and mash them in a bowl. Add turmeric, red chili powder, cumin powder, salt, chopped coriander, and green chili. Mix well until combined.
3. In a separate bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, and a pinch of salt to form a smooth batter.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Take a portion of the potato mixture, shape it into a patty, and dip it in the chickpea batter to coat.
5. Carefully place the coated patty in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
6. Remove the fried Aloo Baida from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion.
• High in plant-based protein from chickpea flour.

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