Bateta Vada

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Ingredients

	2 medium	Potato , peeled and cubed
	1 tablespoon	Oil
	1 teaspoon	Mustard Seed
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 pinch	Asafoetida
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 tablespoon	Ginger-garlic paste
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , chopped fresh
	1 tablespoon	Lemon juice
	to taste	Salt
	1 cup	Gram Flour
	1/2 teaspoon	Baking soda
	1 cup	Water

Instructions

1. 1 Boil the potatoes until tender, peel them, and mash them in a bowl.
2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan, add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and asafoetida. Let them splutter.
3. 3 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and ginger-garlic paste. Sauté for a minute.
4. 4 Add the mashed potatoes, salt, chopped coriander, and lemon juice. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. 5 Remove from heat and let the mixture cool. Once cooled, form small balls from the mixture.
6. 6 In a separate bowl, mix gram flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add water to make a smooth batter.
7. 7 Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Dip each potato ball in the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
8. 8 Carefully drop the coated balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
9. 9 Remove the bateta vadas from the oil and drain on paper towels.