Padavalakayi Bajji (-parval/snakegourd/ ಪಡವಲಕಾಯಿ ) is an interesting deep fried fritters. Simple and easy to prepare, the snake gourd pieces are thinly sliced dipped in a besan batter fried till golden brown.
Ingredients:
- Snake Gourd – 1 cup (thinly sliced
- deseeded)
- Besan Flour – 1 cup
- Rice Flour – 1/4 cup
- Red Chilli Powder – 3 tsp
- Dhania-Jeera Pwd-1 tsp
- Salt – to taste
- Ajwain/Carrom Seeds -2 tsp
- Oil – for frying
Method- Cut the snake gourd to thin round slices,remove the seeds and keep it aside in water. Next in a bowl , add the flours, spices,salt and ajwain and mix. Add water to make a smooth paste. Meanwhile keep oil for frying. Take 1tsp hot oil and add to the besan mix. Next dip the sliced snake gourd pieces in the batter till it is coated well and carefully slide in the oil. Deep fry till they become golden brown on both sides.
Enjoy delicious snake gourd fritters with chutney or sauce.
Enjoy delicious snake gourd fritters with chutney or sauce.
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