How to make Kenyan Bhajias

chickpea flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes are lower in calories and higher in vitamins.

Prep the potatoes beforehand and cut them into medium-sized pieces.

In a bowl, add chickpea flour, turmeric, garam masala, black pepper, and salt.

Mix the dry ingredients and gradually add water to make a slightly thick batter.

Add coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.

Drain and pat dry the potatoes to ensure they are not wet.

Add the potatoes to the batter and mix using clean hands to avoid sticking.

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium to high heat.

Carefully drop the potato mixture into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding the pan.

Fry until the bhajias turn golden brown, stirring occasionally for even cooking.

Remove the bhajias and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.

Add salt to taste after frying and serve with tomato sauce.

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