Follow these steps for perfect results
Coriander Leaves
chopped
Sunflower Oil
for frying
Potatoes
boiled and mashed
Gram Flour
Fresh Coconut
grated
Chana Dal
soaked
Mint Leaves
chopped
Cardamom Powder
Red Chilli Powder
Asafoetida
Cumin Seeds
Ginger
finely chopped
Green Chilli
finely chopped
Chaat Masala Powder
Wash the chana dal and soak in water for 1 hour or more.
Heat a pressure cooker and add the chana dal and water, cook for 2 to 3 whistles.
Strain the water from the chana dal and make a dry fine paste using a mixer grinder.
Heat a teaspoon of oil and temper with cumin seeds and asafoetida; saute for about 10 seconds.
Add ginger, coconut, red chilli powder, and cardamom powder.
Saute for a few seconds.
Add the chana dal paste, boiled mashed potatoes, besan, coriander leaves, mint leaves, and chaat masala.
Stir fry the dal mixture for about 2 to 3 minutes on medium to low flame until it thickens.
Once it thickens, turn off the heat.
Make flat thick medium balls and refrigerate the Chana Dal Aloo Cutlets for about 15 minutes.
Heat a frying pan with oil and fry the Chana Dal Aloo Cutlets from both sides for 5 minutes each or till they turn golden brown in colour.
Make sure you fry on low to medium heat to get a perfect crispness.
Once done, take the Chana Dal Aloo Cutlets out on a kitchen towel to absorb the excess oil.
Serve hot with Dhaniya Pudina Chutney and Masala Chai or Filter Coffee.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of red chilli powder to your spice preference.
Ensure the dal paste is dry to avoid soggy cutlets.
Refrigerate the cutlets for at least 15 minutes before frying for better shape and texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 mins
Can be made ahead and refrigerated before frying.
Arrange cutlets on a plate, garnish with coriander and serve with chutney.
Serve with Dhaniya Pudina Chutney.
Serve with Masala Chai or Filter Coffee.
Spiced Indian tea.
South Indian style coffee.
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Popular street food and snack in many parts of India.
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