Crispy Indian Cabbage Bites: A Savory Tea-Time Snack
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About Crispy Indian Cabbage Bites: A Savory Tea-Time Snack
These irresistible Cabbage Bites are a delightful twist on traditional Indian snacks. Imagine crispy, flavorful bites of cabbage seasoned with a vibrant blend of warming spices like turmeric, chili, and fennel, all perfectly complemented by a hint of asafoetida (hing). They're incredibly easy to make and perfect for a quick tea-time treat or a fun addition to your next gathering.
The secret to their amazing crunch lies in a unique double-coating process – a light steaming followed by a crispy rice flour and aloo bhujia (Indian snack mix) coating before deep-frying. Prepare to be amazed by the delightful contrast of textures and the explosion of savory Indian flavors in every bite.
Serve these savory Cabbage Bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce, like tamarind chutney or tomato ketchup, and a steaming cup of chai for the ultimate indulgence.
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook45 minutes
Total55 minutes
Ingredients
For the Cabbage Mixture
- 250 gm Cabbage finely chopped
- 0.5 tsp Turmeric haldi
- 0.5 tsp Chili Powder red
- 1 tsp Fennel Seeds finely ground, saunf
- 0.25 tsp Asafoetida hing
- 1 tsp Ginger Garlic Paste
- 0.5 tsp Cumin jeera, roasted and ground
- 0.5 tsp Mango Powder amchur, dry
- 0.5 tsp Chaat Masala
- 0.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 0.5 cup Gram Flour besan
- 1.5 tsp Vegetable Oil
- 0.5 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 cup Water
For Coating and Frying
- 2 tbsp Rice Flour
- 2 cup Vegetable Oil for deep frying
- 1 cup Aloo Bhujia indian snack mix
- Water As needed Water for rice flour slurry
Instructions
Prepare the Cabbage Mixture
- Combine chopped cabbage, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground fennel seeds, asafoetida, ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, dry mango powder, chaat masala, salt, gram flour, 1.5 tsp oil, baking soda, and ½ cup water in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.
Steam the Cabbage Mixture
- Grease a suitable mold with oil. Pour the cabbage mixture into the mold. Steam for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Coating
- Cut the steamed cabbage mixture into bite-sized pieces. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice flour and enough water to make a smooth slurry.
Coat and Freeze
- Dip each cabbage bite into the rice flour slurry, then coat thoroughly with aloo bhujia. Freeze for at least 15 minutes.
Deep Fry
- Heat refined oil in a wok or deep fryer. Deep fry the coated cabbage bites in batches until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serve
- Serve the crispy Cabbage Bites hot with your favorite dipping sauce (like tomato ketchup or tamarind chutney).
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Cabbage Bites
- For extra crispy bites, ensure the cabbage is finely chopped and thoroughly drained of excess moisture after steaming.
- Adjust the amount of red chili powder to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Don't overcrowd the wok or fryer when deep frying; fry in batches to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- If you don't have aloo bhujia, you can substitute with crushed namkeen or even breadcrumbs for a similar textural effect.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 1058kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 110gPolyunsaturated Fat: 33gMonounsaturated Fat: 66gSodium: 285mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Neeru Gupta
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This looks so inviting! I’m eager to try it.
Absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for the recipe.
Looks so appetizing! Thank you for posting.
Great recipe! I’m eager to try it.