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    Kenyan Bajias (Seasoned, Battered, Fried Potatoes)

    March 17, 2016 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    Kenyan Bajias are seasoned, battered and fried potatoes that are found all over Kenya.  It is a very popular street food that was influenced by the Indian population who were brought there to work on the railroad. The potatoes are sliced thin, and then placed in a batter that is seasoned up with the flavors of India. These Kenyan Bajias are delicious when dipped in a mango chutney called madras. They make a wonderful snack or we enjoyed them as a primer to our Kenyan meal.  Enjoy!

    Kenyan Bajias

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    Kenyan Bajias (Seasoned, Battered, Fried Potatoes)

    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Kenyan
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes
    Servings 4
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 2 medium potatoes
    • 1 cup chickpea flour
    • 1/4 cup rice flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves
    • 1/2 teaspoon red chile powder
    • a pinch of garam masala
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
    • 2 teaspoons ginger minced
    • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped finely
    • 1 cup water
    • oil for frying

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl combine the flours, and all the spices.
    • Add in the cilantro and slowly add in the water until you have a thick batter. Add more or less water as necessary.
    • Slice the potatoes using a mandolin or knife
    • Heat the oil to medium high heat.
    • Place the potatoes in the batter, coating each piece well on both sides
    • Put in the hot oil and fry until golden and flip to repeat on other side
    • Remove from oil and place on a paper towel to remove excess oil
    • Do this until all the potatoes are cooked.
    • Serve hot with madras (mango chutney)

     

     

     

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