Spiced Lentil Poppers With Mint Chutney Recipe

About this recipe

Crispy lentil poppers spiced with Indian flavors, paired with a refreshing mint chutney. A perfect protein-packed snack to lift your mood.

Ingredients

• - Red Chilli Powder
• - Rice Flour
• - Cumin Seeds / Jeera Seeds-250 Gms
• 300 g Ginger Paste
• 250g Green Chilli
• - Coriander Powder
• 1 Bunch Mint Leaves
• 250 ml Lemon Juice Concentrate
• 100 g Salt
• 1 ltr Pansari Tilsari Edible Vegetable Oil
• 1 kg Water Chestnuts

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the red lentils thoroughly and soak them in water for 20 minutes.
2. 2. Drain the lentils and grind them to a coarse paste using a food processor.
3. 3. In a mixing bowl, combine the lentil paste, rice flour, cumin seeds, coriander powder, ginger paste, chopped green chilies, and salt.
4. 4. Mix the ingredients well to form a thick batter. If needed, add a tablespoon of water to adjust consistency.
5. 5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
6. 6. Shape the batter into small balls or poppers using your hands or a spoon.
7. 7. Fry the lentil poppers in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
8. 8. Remove the poppers with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
9. 9. To prepare the mint chutney, blend mint leaves, coriander leaves, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and water until smooth.
10. 10. Transfer the chutney to a small serving bowl and adjust seasoning if necessary.
11. 11. Serve the hot lentil poppers with the refreshing mint chutney on the side.