Rajasthan — the Rajwadi (Royal) land of the Rajputs is a vibrant Indian state with a glorious history, remarkable architecture, widespread dessert and an extensive variety of food. Rajasthan is indeed a food paradise that has been shaped by the climatic conditions of the state. The unavailability of fresh fruits and vegetables along with a war-like lifestyle has a deep effect on its cooking style. Let’s explore the wide variety of delectable dishes that range from licking spicy food to refreshing drinks and sweet snacks to know more about its culinary heritage.
Jodhpuri vada or Mirchi vada is a popular street food in Rajasthan. This traditional fritter is made by stuffing the big-sized green chilli with spicy potato filling, dipped in besan batter and fried until crispy. Enjoy the vadas with spicy chilli chutney and a cup of tea.
Ingredients
(Serves 3 to 4 persons)
Large green chillies: 8
Besan: 1 cup
Turmeric powder: ¼ tsp
Red chilli powder: ½ tsp
Ajwain seed: ¼ tsp
Asafoetida: a pinch
For the stuffing
Boiled potatoes: 3 to 4
Red chili powder: ½ tsp
Coarsely ground fennel seed: ¼ tsp
Cumin powder: ¼ tsp
Raw mango powder: ¼ tsp
Grated ginger: ¼ tsp
Chopped green chilli: 1 tsp
Coriander leaves: 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Step 1
Wash the chillies and pat them dry. Slit lengthwise in the middle and remove the seed.
Step 2
Mash the boiled potatoes. Add red chilli powder, ground fennel seed, turmeric powder, cumin powder, grated ginger, raw mango powder, coriander leaves, and salt and give it all a good mix. Keep the stuffing aside.
Step 3
Stuff the chilli with the potato mixture.
Step 4
In a large bowl take the besan. To this add turmeric powder, chilli powder, asafoetida, carom seed and a tsp of oil. Add the required amount of water and whisk together into a smooth thick batter with any lump.
Step 5
Dip the stuffed chilli in the besan batter and deep fry on a medium flame until golden and crispy. Serve hot with the chutney of your choice.
