Vada Pau Recipe
Hot potato vada, crunchy titbits and chutneys, tucked inside a soft home-made bun. Sprinkle the red spicy masala to taste.
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Ingredients
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Vada Pau Ingredients
Method
Vada Pau Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Potato Filling
Boil the potatoes until soft and mash them. In a pan, heat oil and add mustard seeds, curry leaves, chopped green chilies, and grated ginger. Sauté for a minute, then add turmeric powder and the mashed potatoes. Mix well and season with salt. Let it cool, then form small balls.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a bowl, mix the besan with water to make a thick batter. Add salt and red chili powder to taste.
- 3
Fry the Vadas
Heat oil in a deep pan for frying. Dip each potato ball into the besan batter and fry until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Assemble the Vada Pau
Slice the buns in half and lightly toast them if desired. Place a vada inside each bun. Add green and sweet chutney to taste, and sprinkle with red chili powder. Close the bun and serve hot.
