Kenyan Spiced Potato Fritters

Ingredients

• 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped 2 green chilies, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt to taste Salt to taste
• 1 cup (120g) chickpea flour 1 cup (120g) chickpea flour
• Water, as needed for the batter Water, as needed for the batter
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 35g, 3g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, chopped onion, green chilies, minced garlic, cumin powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. 2.
   Shape the potato mixture into small round patties or any desired shape.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, prepare the batter by combining the chickpea flour with enough water to make a smooth and thick consistency.
4. 4.
   Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium heat.
5. 5.
   Dip each potato patty into the chickpea flour batter, ensuring it is coated evenly.
6. 6.
   Carefully place the coated potato patty into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
7. 7.
   Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. 8.
   Serve the Kenyan Spiced Potato Fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce or chutney.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Potatoes — Make sure to boil the potatoes until they are soft and easily mashable. This will ensure a smooth texture for the fritters.
• Chickpea flour — Adjust the amount of water added to the batter to achieve the desired consistency. The batter should be thick enough to coat the potato patties without dripping off.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of flavor, add a pinch of garam masala to the potato mixture.
• To make the fritters even crispier, refrigerate the shaped patties for 15 minutes before dipping them in the batter.
• Serve the fritters immediately after frying to retain their crispy texture.
• Experiment with different dipping sauces such as mint chutney or tamarind sauce for a burst of tangy flavors.
• If you prefer a spicier version, increase the amount of chili powder or add finely chopped jalapenos to the potato mixture.

Serving advice

Serve the Kenyan Spiced Potato Fritters as an appetizer or snack. They can be enjoyed on their own or with a side of chutney or dipping sauce.

Presentation advice

Arrange the fritters on a platter and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves. Serve them alongside a bowl of dipping sauce for an inviting presentation.