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Aloo Methi Bonda Curry (Potato Fenugreek Balls In Gravy)

Aloo methi fried Bondas (Savory potato balls) made into a delicious curry main dish. Vegan and Gluten Free Recipe. 

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
48 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 209 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian , Vegan , gluten-free

Ingredients

Bonda:
  • 1 boiled medium potato mashed
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 1 serrano chili pepper chopped
  • handful of fresh Methi/Fenugreek leaves chopped (or any greens)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste for spice)
  • For the batter used for coating
  • 3 tablespoons besan (chickpea/gram flour)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 teaspoons oats
  • water
Curry:
  • 1/2 cup onion chopped
  • 2 tomatoes chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ginger garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala or (1/4 teaspoons each of mustard seeds, coriander powder, cumin powder, 1 bay leaf and a few fennel seeds)
  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • red chili flakes to taste
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Bondas/Koftas:
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  1. Mash the potatoes and add everything else except ingredients for the batter. Mix well, taste to check for salt and spices, adjust and mix. Make small balls and keep aside.
  2. To make the batter, blend the besan, oats, garlic, salt and some water. Add water a tablespoon at a time to get a thick pasty consistency.
  3. Dip the balls in the batter and deep fry them on medium heat. Serve these balls as snack with cilantro chutney, or tomato ketchup,
Curry:
  1. Heat oil in a medium deep pan on medium heat.
  2. Add garam masala and turmeric and mix for a few seconds.
  3. Add in the onions and let cook for a few minutes until translucent
  4. Add in ginger garlic paste, tomatoes, salt, sugar and chili flakes and mix well.
  5. Let cook for 5-7 minutes until the tomatoes are tender. You can use tomato puree as well, cook until the puree thickens.
  6. Drop the bonda balls in this curry and add as little water as possible to just about cover them.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes till the mixture starts to boil.
  8. Serve hot topped with Cilantro, with Roti, chapati or Naan!

Notes

  • Nutritional value is based on 1 serving

Nutrition Information

Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 32g (11%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 5g (8%) Sodium 600mg (25%) Potassium 712mg (20%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 365IU (7%) Vitamin C 49.4mg (55%) Calcium 46mg (5%) Iron 4.8mg (27%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 209

% Daily Value*

Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 32g 11%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 5g 8%
Sodium 600mg 25%
Potassium 712mg 15%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 365IU 7%
Vitamin C 49.4mg 55%
Calcium 46mg 5%
Iron 4.8mg 27%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.