My Spicy Potato Balls

My Spicy Potato Balls

Mashed potatoes, with fresh chilli and coriander, lemon juice and gram masala. Coated in a thin chickpea flour batter with a pinch of chilli powder and then deep fried.

Served with parathas, or bread rolls and coleslaw, makes a great easy supper for all the family.

You will need:  4 med sized potatoes boiled and mashed    2 tbsp. fresh chopped coriander   1-2 fresh chillies deseeded and chopped   2 tbsp. lemon/lime juice   1 tsp. gram masala salt and pepper 

50g chickpea flour (besan)   50g plain flour   300ml water   salt    chilli powder to taste

1.       Mix mashed potatoes with the coriander, chillies, lemon/lime juice, gram masala salt and pepper. Shape into balls about the size of a golf ball.

2.       Make the batter buy combining both the flours, and beating in the water. Season with salt and chilli powder.

3.       Dip the potatoes in the batter mix and deep fry until golden. Remove and drain on kitchen paper.