Aratikaya Bajji (Raw plantain fritters)
Aratikaya is the Telugu word for Raw Banana or plantain. This is a deep fried fritter dish from Andhra region in southern India. These fitters are a very popular snack and also make a great side dish.
Ingredients
Method
- In a vessel, combine besan, rice flour, salt, red chilli pwd, ajwain, baking soda and enough water to make a slightly thick smooth batter.
- Heat oil for deep frying in a heavy bottomed vessel and once oil is piping hot, reduce to medium flame.
- Dip each plantain slice in the batter till it’s well coated and place in hot oil.
- Fry till golden brown. Increase flame towards the end of the cooking process when the bajjis attain a golden shade, drain and place on absorbent paper.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney or ketchup.