Chana Daal & Sweet Potato Fritters with Mint-Yogurt Dip

Crispy and flavorful fritters made from chana daal and sweet potato, served with a refreshing mint-yogurt dip. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

450

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.69

Season:

🌍 Year-round

Meal Type:

Snack•Side Dish•Appetiser

Cuisine:

British

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

1cupChana Daal (Split Chickpea Lentils)(Soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight)

£0.40

1mediumSweet Potato(Peeled and grated)

£0.60

1Green Chili(Finely chopped, adjust to taste)

£0.20

1inchGinger(Grated)

£0.15

2tablespoonsCilantro(Finely chopped)

£0.30

0.5teaspoonTurmeric Powder

£0.05

1teaspoonCumin Powder

£0.03

PinchAsafoetida (Hing)(Optional)

£0.02

To tasteSalt

For fryingOil(Vegetable or canola oil)

£0.10

1cupPlain Yogurt(Full-fat or low-fat)

£0.50

0.3cupFresh Mint Leaves(Finely chopped)

£0.35

1teaspoonLemon Juice

£0.05

Total Cost

£2.75

£0.69 per serving

The Method

1
Drain the soaked chana daal and grind it in a food processor or blender to a coarse paste. Do not add water while grinding, but if needed, add only 1-2 tablespoons.
2
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chana daal paste, grated sweet potato, chopped green chili, grated ginger, chopped cilantro, turmeric powder, cumin powder, asafoetida (if using), and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
3
Heat oil in a frying pan or deep fryer over medium heat.
4
Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a small disc or fritter.
5
Carefully drop the fritters into the hot oil, a few at a time, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
6
Fry the fritters until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7
Remove the fritters with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8
For the mint-yogurt dip, combine yogurt, chopped mint, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix well and season with salt to taste.
9
Serve the crispy chana daal and sweet potato fritters hot with the refreshing mint-yogurt dip.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

450 kcal / 1883 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

20g

29% of RDA

Protein

20g

40% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

15 g

50% of RDA

Sugar

12 g

13% of RDA

Sodium

300 mg

13% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Adjust the amount of green chili according to your spice preference.

If the fritter mixture is too wet, add a tablespoon of chickpea flour (besan) to bind it.

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters, otherwise they will absorb too much oil.

For a healthier option, you can bake the fritters in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.

Cooking Equipment

Mixing Bowls

Frying Pan or Deep Fryer

Slotted Spoon

Wine Pairings

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