Mangalore Fried Dough Balls

A traditional Indian delicacy featuring a pillowy, cloud-like interior encased in a delicately crisp, golden exterior. The infusion of fresh ginger, aromatic curry leaves, and velvety yogurt achieves a sophisticated balance of flavors, offering an aromatic and comforting experience ideal for elegant entertaining or as a refined appetizer.

Prep: 15 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Medium

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Instructions

Servings:4

1In a bowl, mix 1 cup of white flour with half a tablespoon of rice flour.
2Add 6 tablespoons of sour yogurt (or fresh yogurt).
3Combine 1 teaspoon chopped ginger, 7 to 8 chopped curry leaves, 1 to 2 chopped green peppers, 1 tablespoon grated coconut, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.
4Mix 1 teaspoon of sugar and salt to taste.
5Combine all ingredients gently.
6Gradually add 4 to 5 tablespoons of water, mix well until a thick mixture is obtained.
7Add a quarter of a teaspoon of baking soda and mix well.
8Cover the mixture and let it set for 3 hours; If you are in a hurry, you can leave for 30 minutes to an hour, but the texture may change.
9If the mixture is thin after rising, add 1 to 2 tablespoons more white flour, avoid rice flour to maintain softness.
10Heat oil in a pan on medium heat for deep frying.
11Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
12Remove the pieces with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels.
13Serve hot with coconut sauce.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tablespoon rice flour (optional, check labels for cross-contamination)
1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
1 to 2 chopped green chilies
7 to 8 chopped curry leaves
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon grated or finely chopped coconut (optional, check labels for cross-contamination)
6 tablespoons sour yogurt (or fresh yogurt, check labels for cross-contamination)
4 tablespoons water (or as needed)

Nutrition

Calories: 50
Protein: 0.1g
Carbs: 0.6g

Chef tips

For a lighter texture, use fresh yogurt. If the batter is too thin after resting, add a bit more all-purpose flour.

Culinary reasoning

A traditional Indian delicacy featuring a pillowy, cloud-like interior encased in a delicately crisp, golden exterior. The infusion of fresh ginger, aromatic curry leaves, and velvety yogurt achieves a sophisticated balance of flavors, offering an aromatic and comforting experience ideal for elegant entertaining or as a refined appetizer.

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1 teaspoon sugar

1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Salt to taste

Oil for deep frying (check labels for cross-contamination)

Nutrition

Calories: 50
Protein: 0.1g
Carbs: 0.6g

Chef tips

For a lighter texture, use fresh yogurt. If the batter is too thin after resting, add a bit more all-purpose flour.