Batata Vada

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Ingredients

	3 medium	Potato , peeled and cubed
	1 tablespoon	Oil , for deep frying
	1 teaspoon	Mustard Seed
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	2 tablespoons	Chili , finely chopped
	1 tablespoon	Ginger , grated
	8-10	Curry Leaf
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , chopped
	1	Lemon , juiced
	—	Salt , to taste
	1 cup	Gram Flour
	1/2 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1/4 teaspoon	Baking soda
	—	Water , as needed

Instructions

1. 1 Boil the potatoes until tender, then peel and mash them.
2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and add mustard seeds. When they splutter, add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and turmeric powder.
3. 3 Add green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves. Sauté for a minute.
4. 4 Add the mashed potatoes, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. 5 Remove from heat and mix in chopped coriander leaves. Let the mixture cool.
6. 6 Divide the potato mixture into small balls and set aside.
7. 7 In a bowl, mix gram flour, red chili powder, salt, and baking soda. Add water gradually to make a thick batter.
8. 8 Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
9. 9 Dip each potato ball in the batter, ensuring it is coated evenly.
10. 10 Carefully drop the coated balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
11. 11 Remove the batata vadas and drain on paper towels.