Barriguitas de Vieja - South Karnataka Style

Ingredients

In the South Karnataka adaptation, the original Mexican Barriguitas de Vieja is transformed into crispy banana fritters with a distinct South Indian flavor profile. The addition of traditional South Karnataka spices and the pairing with coconut chutney gives this dish a unique twist, making it a fusion of both cuisines. We alse have the original recipe for Barriguitas de vieja, so you can check it out.

• 4 ripe bananas, mashed 4 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup (120g) rice flour 1 cup (120g) rice flour
• 1/4 cup (30g) semolina 1/4 cup (30g) semolina
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
• A pinch of asafoetida A pinch of asafoetida
• 8-10 curry leaves, finely chopped 8-10 curry leaves, finely chopped
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Oil for deep frying Oil for deep frying

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 2g, 0.5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 15g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, rice flour, semolina, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, mustard seeds, asafoetida, curry leaves, and salt. Mix well to form a thick batter.
2. 2.
   Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Take small portions of the batter and drop them gently into the hot oil. Fry until the fritters turn golden brown and crispy.
4. 4.
   Remove the fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
5. 5.
   Serve the crispy banana fritters hot with coconut chutney.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Bananas — Use ripe bananas for a sweeter flavor and smoother texture in the fritters.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra crispiness, add a tablespoon of rice flour to the batter.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chili powder.
• Serve the fritters immediately after frying to enjoy their crispy texture.

Serving advice

Serve the Barriguitas de Vieja fritters hot as a snack or appetizer. They can also be enjoyed as a side dish with a main meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the crispy banana fritters on a platter and garnish with fresh curry leaves for an appealing presentation. Serve the coconut chutney in a small bowl alongside the fritters.