Blender Phulourie
Otherwise known as Bara this is a great appetizer dish to serve at parties with mango chutney or tamarind sauce. It is a favorite at Christmas, Thanksgiving, and all family get togethers.
Ingredients:
- 1 hot pepper, seeded and chopped
- 6 cloves of garlic
- 1 lbs split pea flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp baking powder
- vegetable oil for frying
Directions:
In a blender, combine the hot pepper, garlic, split pea flour, water, salt, cumin, thyme, and garam masala. Blend on high speed until the mixture is thoroughly combined (about 1½ minutes). Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and whisk in the baking powder.
To determine if the batter is ready for frying, place a drop of it in a glass of cool water. If the batter floats, it is ready for frying. If it sinks, whip more air in the batter and test again.
Pour oil into a large skillet over medium heat to a depth of 1 inch. Drop in the batter 1 tbsp at a time and fry until golden brown (2 to 3 minutes). Drain on paper towels and keep warm in the oven until all the batter is fried. Serve with mango achar/chutney or tamarind sauce for dipping.
