Tapioca is a popular ingredient in sweets in Japan and is also commonly used in various dishes in India. When added to mashed potatoes and mixed with a generous amount of spices, it creates a unique and flavorful dish. Lightly frying the mixture into dumplings gives them a delightful chewy texture that is especially popular with women and children. This recipe offers a new and exciting way to enjoy tapioca, adding a fresh twist to traditional dishes.
【Ingredients】
- Sabudana (tapioca): 100g
- Potato: 1 (medium-sized, boiled)
- ★ Peanuts (roughly chopped): 2 tablespoons
- ★ Ginger (grated): 1 tablespoon
- ★ Green chili (chopped): 3 pieces
- ★ Black pepper powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- ★ Salt: A pinch
- ★ Fresh coriander: 1 plant (90% for mixing, 10% for garnish)
- Salad oil (for frying): As needed
- Lemon juice: To taste
*Note: Be cautious about the amount of water. If you use too much, the tapioca may absorb excess water, affecting the texture.
2. Place the tapioca, boiled potatoes, and ☆ ingredients into a single bowl. Begin by thoroughly mashing the potatoes, then mix them well with the other ingredients.
*Ensure that the potatoes are boiled until they are soft and tender. This will help them hold together when formed into dumplings and fried.
*For easier preparation, you can mash the potatoes with a potato masher beforehand.
*Be cautious when mixing by hand, as the potatoes will be very hot after boiling.
3. Add lemon juice & mix further.
4. Once the dough becomes sticky, roll it into bite-sized pieces. Ensure there is no air trapped inside, as this can cause the pieces to pop more easily when fried. To avoid this, thoroughly knead the dough and roll it tightly, making sure to remove any air bubbles.
5. Heat oil in a pan until it reaches the right temperature. You can test this by dropping a few tapioca pearls into the oil—if they float to the top, the oil is ready.
*Carefully roll the dough into bite-sized pieces and fry them in the hot oil until they turn golden brown and crispy.
*Be cautious, as even if you carefully deflate the dough, it may still pop during frying, especially in the presence of tapioca.
6. Arrange the dish on a plate and sprinkle with lemon juice. Garnish with fresh coriander if desired. We recommend serving it with a sauce, such as coconut chutney, for added flavor.
