Bonda is a popular South Indian snack made with a mixture of mashed potatoes, spices, and gram flour batter. It is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and is perfect for tea-time or as an appetizer. In this article, we will show you how to make bonda at home with simple steps.
Boil 4-5 medium-sized potatoes until they are cooked. Once done, peel the skin and mash them in a bowl. Add finely chopped onions, green chilies, coriander leaves, salt, and spices like cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder to the mashed potatoes. Mix everything well.
In a separate bowl, add 1 cup of gram flour (besan), salt, turmeric powder, and water. Mix everything well to form a thick batter without any lumps.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Take a small portion of the potato filling and roll it into a ball. Dip the ball in the batter and coat it evenly. Gently drop it into the hot oil and fry until golden brown. Repeat the process for the remaining filling and batter. Serve hot with chutney or sauce.
Bondas are best served hot with coconut chutney, mint chutney, or tomato ketchup. You can also have it with a cup of tea or coffee.
1. What is the ideal consistency of the batter?
The batter should be thick enough to coat the filling without dripping. It should not be too thin or too thick.
2. Can I use any other vegetables for the filling?
Yes, you can use mashed peas, carrots, beetroot, or corn as a variation to the filling.
3. How do I make the bondas crispy?
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the bondas. Fry them on medium flame until they turn golden brown. Do not overcrowd the frying pan.
4. Can I make the bondas in advance?
Yes, you can make the filling and batter in advance and store them in the refrigerator. Fry the bondas just before serving.
5. How many bondas can I make with this recipe?
You can make around 15-20 bondas with this recipe.
6. Are bondas healthy?
Bondas are deep-fried snacks and are not considered healthy. However, you can make them healthier by using an air fryer instead of deep-frying.
7. Can I freeze the bondas?
Yes, you can freeze the bondas after frying them. Reheat them in an oven or air fryer before serving.
8. What is the shelf life of bondas?
Bondas can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
1. Easy to make
2. Requires basic ingredients
3. Perfect for tea-time or as an appetizer
4. Can be made in advance
1. Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the bondas.
2. Do not overcrowd the frying pan.
3. Use fresh ingredients for better taste.
Bondas are a popular South Indian snack made with mashed potatoes and spices. They are easy to make and require basic ingredients. Serve them hot with chutney or sauce for the perfect tea-time snack or appetizer.
