Inspired By Delhi's Vada Pav Girl? Here's How You Can Make Delicious Vada Pav At Home Too
Have you been watching the viral Delhi Vada Pav girl making Mumbai's favourite snack? She became famous after videos featuring her entrepreneurial spirit went viral.
Well, if you are craving this yummy snack then you don't have to travel all the way to Mumbai or Delhi to grab a bite. You can make this at home. This way, it will be healthy, wholesome and filling,.?
Here's a simple recipe to make it at home.?
Ingredients
Potatoes: 4 large, boiled and mashed?
Garlic: 4 cloves
MincedGinger: 1-inch piece,?
GratedGreen chilies: 2-3,?
Finely choppedCurry leaves: 8-10,?
ChoppedMustard seeds: 1 teaspoon?
Turmeric powder: 1/2 teaspoon?
Salt: to taste?
Coriander leaves: a handful,?
ChoppedBesan (gram flour): 1 cup?
Baking soda: a pinch?
Oil: for frying?
Pav (bread rolls): 8?
Green chutney and tamarind chutney: for serving
Instructions:?
Prepare the Potato Mixture:Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan.?Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.Add minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green chilies, and curry leaves. Saut¨¦ for a minute.Add turmeric powder and mashed potatoes.?
Mix well.Season with salt and chopped coriander leaves. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.?
Shape the Vadas:Once the potato mixture is cool enough to handle, divide it into equal-sized balls and flatten them slightly to form patties.?
Prepare the Batter:In a bowl, mix besan, salt, a pinch of turmeric powder, and a pinch of baking soda.Gradually add water to make a smooth, lump-free batter with a thick consistency.?
Dip and Fry:Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.Dip each potato patty in the batter, ensuring it's well coated.Carefully place the coated patty into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
Assemble the Vada Pav:Slit the pav rolls horizontally, but not all the way through.Spread green chutney and tamarind chutney on the inner sides of the pav.Place a vada in each pav and press gently to close.?
Serve hot with additional chutney on the side.
