Mumbai-Style Spiced Carrot and Potato Bhajji

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Mumbai-Style Spiced Carrot and Potato Bhajji

This crispy and flavorful side dish is an authentic representation of Mumbai street food. With a perfect balance of spices and crunch, this bhajji is a must-have for any Indian meal.

šŸ½ļø Side Dish šŸŒ Indian šŸ“Š Medium ⭐ 4.4/5 (664 reviews)
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25m
Prep
šŸ”„
35m
Cook
āŒ›
60m
Total
šŸ‘„
6
Serves
šŸ”„
520
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 4 medium Carrots
  • 2 medium Potatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups Gram flour
  • 1 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp Coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Garam masala powder
  • 1/2 tsp Chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Water

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Grate the carrots and potatoes, and mix with gram flour, cumin seeds, coriander powder, garam masala powder, chili powder, and salt.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Add water to the mixture and mix well to form a thick batter.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Heat oil in a deep frying pan, and bring it to a medium heat.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Using a spoon, drop the batter mixture into the hot oil.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Fry the bhajji until they are golden brown, and then remove them from the oil.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Drain the excess oil from the bhajji on paper towels.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Serve the bhajji hot with a dollop of mint chutney or a sprinkle of chaat masala.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Store any leftover bhajji in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a day.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Reheat the bhajji in a microwave or oven before serving.

  10. 10

    Step 10: Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

For a crispy bhajji, make sure the oil is at the right temperature, and don't overcrowd the frying pan. For added flavor, serve the bhajji with a side of mint chutney or raita.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

520
Calories
8g
Protein
65g
Carbs
25g
Fat
8g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
800mg
Sodium
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