Somesh Rao's Bonda with Instant Mashed Potatoes

Name: Somesh Rao's Bonda with Instant Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 md. onion; 2 cups potato buds; 1-1/2 cup peas and carrots; 2 lg. green chilies; 1 tsp. lemon juice; 1 cup g. flour; 1/2 tsp. mustard seeds; 1 dash turmeric; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1 piece ginger; 1 sm. bunch coriander leaves; 2 tsp. salt; Oil

Servings: persons

1 md. onion
2 cups potato buds
1-1/2 cup peas and carrots
2 lg. green chilies
1 tsp. lemon juice
1 cup g. flour
1/2 tsp. mustard seeds
1 dash turmeric
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 piece ginger
1 sm. bunch coriander leaves
2 tsp. salt
Oil

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Filling: Mix potato buds and 1/2 tsp.
2
salt with 1 cup of hot water.
3
Finely chop ginger, chilies, coriander leaves, and onion.
4
Heat oil (approximately 5 tbsp.)
5
and add mustard seeds.
6
Add chopped ingredients and fry until onions are brown.
7
Add carrots, peas, turmeric and 1 tsp.
8
of salt and cook on low heat for approximately 10 minutes.
9
Add potato (now mashed) and fry for 5 minutes.
10
Remove from heat; add lemon juice and let cool.
11
Batter: Combine gram flour, 3 tbsp.
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oil, 3/4 cup water, 1/2 tsp.
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salt and the baking powder.
14
Mix thoroughly.
15
After the batter is prepared, make small balls out of the filling and roll them in the batter.
16
Next, fry them in hot oil.

321

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 md. onion, 2 cups potato buds, 1-1/2 cup peas and carrots, 2 lg. green chilies, and more.

Yes, Somesh Rao's Bonda with Instant Mashed Potatoes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!