Phulourie (Split Pea Fritters)
This is a side dish that may be eaten with spicy dhaal, or with spicy "sour" chutney (similar to mango chutney).
Medium
š South asianIngredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1
Ā½ pt split peas, or 1 lb ground split pea flour
2
Ā½ cup flour
3
1 teaspoon baking powder
4
2ā3 cloves garlic, ground
5
1 beaten egg
6
Salt to taste
7
Ā¼ teaspoon turmeric
8
Ā½ teaspoon ground gheera (cumin)
9
Oil for frying
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1
If using whole split peas, soak overnight in lightly salted cold water, lightly salted. Drain and grind finely using a mill or food processor.
2
Mix all the ingredients, adding enough water to make a dropping consistency.
3
Drop dollops of batter into hot oil, squishing through thumb and forefinger to make balls about Ā¾ inch in diameter.
4
Fry until golden brown, remove from oil, and drain on brown paper or kitchen towel.