Spicy Green Chili Fritters

Ingredients

• 10 long green chilies 10 long green chilies
• 1 cup (120g) besan (chickpea flour) 1 cup (120g) besan (chickpea flour)
• 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 powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon amchur (dried mango powder) 1/2 teaspoon amchur (dried mango powder)
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• Oil for deep frying Oil for deep frying
• Water for the batter Water for the batter

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 22g, 4g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Slit the green chilies lengthwise, keeping them intact at the base.
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine besan, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, amchur, and salt. Mix well.
3. 3.
   Gradually add water to the besan mixture, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter consistency.
4. 4.
   Stuff each green chili with the prepared besan mixture.
5. 5.
   Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
6. 6.
   Dip each stuffed chili into the besan batter, ensuring it is coated evenly.
7. 7.
   Carefully place the coated chilies into the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
8. 8.
   Remove the fritters from the oil and drain excess oil on a paper towel.
9. 9.
   Serve hot with tamarind chutney or mint chutney.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Green chilies — Be cautious while handling the green chilies, as they can be very spicy. Consider wearing gloves or washing your hands thoroughly after handling them.

Tips & Tricks

• For a milder version, remove the seeds from the green chilies before stuffing them.
• Adjust the amount of red chili powder according to your spice tolerance.
• Ensure the besan batter is smooth and lump-free for a crispy coating.
• Serve the fritters immediately after frying to enjoy their maximum crispiness.
• Experiment with different chutneys or sauces for dipping, such as spicy tomato chutney or yogurt dip.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy Green Chili Fritters as a delightful appetizer or snack. They are best enjoyed hot and crispy, accompanied by tamarind chutney or mint chutney.

Presentation advice

Arrange the fritters on a platter, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and a sprinkle of chaat masala for an extra burst of flavor. Serve with small bowls of chutney for dipping.