Potato Balls RECIPE FOR TODAY

Potato Balls

Ingredients

1 lb potatoes, medium size
1 small onion, chopped finely
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tsp cumin powder
Salt and Pepper to taste
½ tsp chili powder, optional
¼ cup flour
Oil for deep frying

Batter

½ cup dry ground yellow split peas
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Water

Preparation

• Boil the potatoes in their skins. When the skins split, remove from heat and drain.
• Peel off the skin carefully. Crush the pulp until the texture is like a smooth pastry dough.
• Add the seasonings, mix thoroughly and shape into balls.
• Combine all the dry batter ingredients. Add just enough water to make the batter a semi-soft consistency, like thick cream.
• Roll each ball in dry flour,then dip into the prepared batter.
• Heat the oil to 365°F (185°C). Deep fry the balls in the hot oil until golden brown.
• Serve hot, as an appetizer or a snack. Makes 16 – 18 balls.