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Originating from Indian street food culture, Bread Balls are a popular snack made by stuffing bread with spiced potato filling and deep-frying them until crispy. They are often enjoyed during tea time or as party appetizers, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine. Today, variations can be found globally, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.
Ingredients
- ●bread
- ●potatoes
- ●onion
- ●green chilies
- ●ginger
- ●garlic
- ●coriander leaves
- ●cumin seeds
- ●chili powder
- ●turmeric powder
- ●salt
- ●baking powder
- ●water
- ●oil
- ●gram flour
Instructions
- 1Soak bread slices in water for a few seconds, then squeeze out excess water.
- 2Mash boiled potatoes in a bowl until smooth.
- 3Add finely chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, garlic, and coriander leaves to the mashed potatoes.
- 4Mix in cumin seeds, chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the potato mixture.
- 5Form small balls from the potato mixture, ensuring they hold together well.
- 6In a separate bowl, combine gram flour, baking powder, and enough water to make a thick batter.
- 7Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
- 8Dip each potato ball into the batter, coating it evenly.
- 9Carefully drop the coated balls into the hot oil, frying in batches.
- 10Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally.
- 11Remove the bread balls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 12Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.
Ingredient Alternatives
gram flour
Healthier: chickpea flour
Cheaper: all-purpose flour
Chickpea flour is a healthier alternative with similar binding properties.
potatoes
Healthier: sweet potatoes
Cheaper: mashed potatoes
Sweet potatoes add nutrition and flavor, while mashed potatoes can be more economical.
Techniques
Equipment
Also Known As
Ingredients
- ●1 cup split yellow lentils (moong dal)
- ●1/4 cup yogurt
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- ●1 tsp ginger paste
- ●1 tsp green chili paste
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1 tsp baking soda
- ●1 tbsp lemon juice
- ●1/4 cup water
- ●1 tbsp oil
- ●1 tsp mustard seeds
- ●1 tbsp sesame seeds
- ●2 green chilies, chopped
- ●2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
Instructions
- 1Soak the split yellow lentils in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
- 2Drain the lentils and blend them with yogurt, turmeric powder, ginger paste, green chili paste, and salt until smooth, adding water as needed to achieve a batter-like consistency.
- 3Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and add baking soda and lemon juice. Mix well and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- 4Grease a steaming tray or a round cake pan with oil.
- 5Pour the batter into the greased tray and spread it evenly.
- 6Prepare a steamer and bring water to a boil. Place the tray in the steamer and cover it. Steam for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 7Once done, remove the tray from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes before cutting it into squares or diamonds.
- 8In a small pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add sesame seeds and chopped green chilies, sautéing for a minute.
- 9Pour the tempering over the steamed dhokla pieces and garnish with fresh coriander.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 cup corn kernels
- ●1/2 cup chickpea flour (besan)
- ●1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- ●2 green chilies, finely chopped
- ●1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
- ●1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- ●1/2 tsp turmeric powder
- ●1/2 tsp red chili powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- 1In a mixing bowl, combine corn kernels, chickpea flour, chopped onion, green chilies, and coriander leaves.
- 2Add cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to the mixture.
- 3Mix all the ingredients well until they form a thick batter. If the mixture is too dry, add a little water to help bind it.
- 4Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- 5Once the oil is hot, take small portions of the batter and shape them into small patties or vadas.
- 6Carefully drop the vadas into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- 7Fry the vadas until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 8Remove the vadas from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- 9Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●2 cups cooked rice
- ●1/2 cup mashed potatoes
- ●1/2 cup grated carrots
- ●1/4 cup green peas
- ●1/4 cup chopped onions
- ●2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves
- ●1 tsp cumin powder
- ●1 tsp garam masala
- ●1/2 tsp red chili powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
- ●1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- ●2 tbsp oil for frying
Instructions
- 1In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, mashed potatoes, grated carrots, green peas, chopped onions, and coriander leaves.
- 2Add cumin powder, garam masala, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- 3Shape the mixture into small cutlets or patties.
- 4Coat each cutlet with breadcrumbs to give it a crispy texture.
- 5Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- 6Once the oil is hot, carefully place the cutlets in the pan.
- 7Fry the cutlets for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 8Remove the cutlets from the pan and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- 9Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.
Equipment
Churumuri is a popular street food snack in Karnataka, India, often enjoyed during festivals or as a quick bite.
Ingredients
- ●2 cups puffed rice
- ●1/2 cup chopped onions
- ●1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- ●1/4 cup grated coconut
- ●1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- ●2 green chilies, finely chopped
- ●1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1 tbsp lemon juice
- ●1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
Instructions
- 1In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice, chopped onions, and chopped tomatoes.
- 2Add the grated coconut and roasted peanuts to the bowl.
- 3In a small bowl, mix together the green chilies, turmeric powder, salt, and lemon juice.
- 4Pour the spice mixture over the puffed rice mixture and toss well to combine.
- 5Add the chopped coriander leaves and mix again gently.
- 6Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- 7Serve immediately as a snack or appetizer.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●4 slices of bread
- ●1 cup grated cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- ●1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ●1 medium tomato, finely chopped
- ●1 green chili, finely chopped
- ●1/2 tsp red chili powder
- ●1/2 tsp garam masala
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●2 tbsp butter
- ●Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- 1Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cheese, chopped onion, chopped tomato, green chili, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- 3Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- 4On the unbuttered side of the bread, evenly distribute the cheese mixture.
- 5Place the prepared bread slices on a baking tray.
- 6Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 7Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute.
- 8Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
- 9Cut into halves or quarters and serve hot.
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