Indian Vegetable Patties Recipes

INDIAN-SEASONED VEGETABLE PATTIES

Steps:

• Steam the beans and carrots, covered, until very soft, slightly salted water. Stir occasionally and make sure there is enough water to keep them from scalding until they are tender-soft.
• Drain off any excess water.
• Combine all ingredients except oil and combine well in a food processor or mash together by hand.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning as per your preference. (You may add some green chillies or more garam masala if you prefer more heat, or more mango powder if you want it tangy).
• Divide into equal portions and shape into 3/4 inch patties, and chill for a few minutes to help them firm up better.
• Heat oil, add patties, and brown undisturbed for 1-2 minutes before flipping over.
• Cook for 1 minute periods on each side until they are crisp golden brown on the outside.
• If desired, garnish with lemon wedges and serve with a green dipping chutney on the side.
• (I have made this and included some leftover boiled mung dal in the potato mixture, which works rather well in this - I am sure any lentil would work equally great as well, it is a recommended addition).

PAKORA (INDIAN VEGETABLE FRITTERS)

Steps:

• Make batter: Place chickpea flour in a bowl with the spices (turmeric, cumin, coriander, fenugreek, chilli). Slow whisk in the water.
• Mix in Vegetables: Add potato, cauliflower, onion, ginger, chilli and coriander. Mix well with a wooden spoon. It should be a thick batter, almost paste-like.
• Preheat oven to 80°C/175°F - to keep cooked pakoras warm. Set a rack over a tray.
• Heat oil: Heat 4cm / 1.5" oil in a large heavy based pot to 180°C/350°F (Note 6).
• Form patties: Drop 2 tbsp of batter roughly formed into a patty shape into the oil. I use my hands (as is typical in India!) but you can also use 2 tablespoons (be careful of splash-age). Don't crowd the pot, it will lower the temperature too much.
• Fry pakoras: Fry 2 - 3 minutes until golden. Drain on paper towels. Keep cooked pakoras hot in the oven on a rack set over a tray.
• Serve: Serve pakoras with Coriander Mint Sauce or Minted Yogurt Sauce!

VEGETABLE PATTIES

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a pot of cold water and bring to boil. Reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are soft. Meanwhile, prepare vegetables. Preheat oven 400 degrees F and lightly spray baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Heat oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, saute until onions are softened about 3 minutes. Add cumin, turmeric, cilantro, carrot, peas, green beans, corn, and salt. Cook until vegetables are tender.
• When potatoes are tender, drain them using a colander and rinse with cold water. Mash potatoes with a potato masher or a fork, add cooked vegetables and stir to fully combine. Shape mix into balls, then flatten.
• Combine gluten-free flour in a bowl with coconut flour and a pinch of salt.
• Dip patties in flour mix, place on a greased baking sheet. Brush or spray with oil. Bake for 40 minutes, turning halfway.
• Drain and rinse sunflower seeds. Place sunflower seeds in a high-speed blender along with water, tahini, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, cayenne pepper, and salt.
• Process until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the side of the blender and process again. Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.

VEGETABLE PATTIES

Steps:

• In a 10" non stick skillet, combine the mush, stock, onions and garlic. Cook, stirring over medium high heat for 10 mins or until the mush release their liquid.
• Add the potatoes and broccoli, cook, stirring for 5 mins or until the broc is soft. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add the swiss, parm, eggs, thyme and salt to the bowl. Mix well and form into small patties.
• Place the bread crumbs on a plate and dip the patties in the crumbs, patting to make sure the crumbs adhere.
• Wash and dry the skillet. Coat with non stick spray and place over med-high heat until hot. Add the patties, working in batches. Cook for 5 minutes Turn and cook for 5 more or until golden brown.
• Freeze on a tray for several hours. Pack in a plastic bag. Thaw overnight in fridge. Place in 12" skillet, cover and cook over med high for 5 minutes.

INDIAN VEGETABLE PATTIES

Steps:

• Mix first 12 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in egg. Form 3 tablespoons of mixture into 3-inch-diameter patty. Place on large baking sheet. Repeat with remaining mixture. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook vegetable patties in batches until golden, adding more oil as necessary, about 4 minutes per side. Serve with yogurt and chutney.