Budgia, Silver Beet (Chard) Indian Vegetable Fritters

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 5

Budgia, Silver Beet (Chard) Indian Vegetable Fritters: Perfect for a quick and delicious snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

15g

Budgia, Silver Beet (Chard) Indian Vegetable Fritters are a popular Indian snack made with chickpea flour and tender silver beet leaves, perfect for a quick and delicious snack. They are easy to make and often served as an appetizer or side dish or with a hot cup of tea. With the goodness of chickpea flour and the added nutrition of the green leafy chard, these crispy fritters are a great way to add some greens into your diet, and they are sure to be a hit with both adults and kids alike.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, whisk together the pea flour, plain flour, salt, baking powder, and turmeric.
2.	Mix in the finely cut silver beet leaves and water until you reach a batter-like consistency.
3.	In a separate pan, heat enough oil for frying.
4.	Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and cook until golden brown.
5.	Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.

PROS

These fritters are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a satisfying and tasty snack.

They are vegetarian, gluten-free and can be made vegan if you alternately use any other plant-based milk rather than normal milk.

They are also perfect for using up leftover vegetables from your fridge.

CONS

As these fritters are deep-fried, they are high in calories and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation.

Overcooking them can make them hard and difficult to chew

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Budgia, Silver Beet (Chard) Indian Vegetable Fritters are a healthy snack option as they are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
Chard is high in fiber, Vitamin K and Vitamin A and is great for digestion and skin health. It also contains antioxidants that can protect against certain diseases like cancer and heart disease.

	1/2 cup pea flour
	1/4 cup flour , plain
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1 teaspoon turmeric
	3 leaves silver beet ( large leaves , well washed and finely cut this is also known as Chard )
	water , to mix
	oil ( for frying )