Rava Mint and Cashew Pakoda / Semolina Mint and Cashew Fritters ~ Day 36

This minty, crispy, delectable and easy to make pakoda is a perfect snack to munch while watching the Super Bowl.   

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Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Serves: 4

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Ingredients:

• Rava / Sooji / Semolina - 1 cup
• Rice flour - 1/4 cup
• Yogurt - 3/4 cup
• Fresh Mint leaves - 1/2 cup, chopped
• Cashews - 2 tbsp, broken
• Ginger - 1 tbsp, chopped
• Green chillies - 3, finely chopped
• Asafetida - a pinch
• Salt - to taste
• Water - as needed
• Oil - for frying

Method:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine rava, rice flour, mint, cashews,ginger, green chilies, asafetida and salt.
2. Add yogurt and mix well.  Sprinkle little water at a time and make a soft dough.  Let it rest for 5 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a deep skillet / kadai over medium high.
4. Take a tbsp full of dough and drop it in the hot oil.  Reduce the heat to medium low and fry until golden brown.
5. Drain on paper towel.
6. Serve hot with coffee or tea.