Navratri 2023: Farali Fries, A Vrat Special Potato Chip For Fasting Days

By Shireen Jamooji

October 10, 2023

Fasting days come with a lot of dietary restrictions, but if you're having a craving for snack foods, this farali recipe could be the solution.  Made with amaranth flour, these delicious treats are perfect for kids and can be easily made at home.

Ingredients

2 big-sized potatoes 1 cup rajgira flour 3 tablespoons arrowroot powder 1 finely chopped green chilli 1 teaspoon grated ginger ½ cup finely chopped green coriander Rock salt to taste Approximately ¾ cup + 3 tablespoons water (for making batter) Oil for deep frying

Step 1

Start by peeling and cleaning the potatoes. Cut them into slices, either using a knife or a french fries cutter.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the rajgira flour, arrowroot powder, grated ginger, chopped green chilli, and finely chopped green coriander. Mix these ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring until you achieve a thick batter consistency. Adjust the salt to your taste.

Step 4

Dip the potato slices into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated. Heat oil in a deep frying pan if frying, or preheat an air fryer.

Step 5

Carefully place the coated potato slices into the hot oil or into the air fryer. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crisp. This usually takes a few minutes.

Step 6

Once fried, remove the potato slices from the oil and place them on a kitchen towel to drain excess oil. Enjoy hot!