SPICY | SAVOURY SNACK
For all my vegetarians and vegans, this one is for you: Sri Lankan Veggie Cutlets! These little bites of heaven are crispy on the outside and packed with a delicious mix of veggies and spices on the inside. Made from mashed potatoes, carrots, onions, and a blend of Sri Lankan spices, they’re rolled into patties, breaded, and fried to golden perfection. They’ve got all the best spices that truly capture the essence of Sri Lankan cuisine: curry powder, fennel, paprika, and more!
I love making a batch of these alongside my tried-and-true fish cutlets for my seafood lovers whenever I have friends over. They’re always the first to disappear, with everyone going back for thirds, fourths, and fifths. They’re perfect for parties, as a snack, or just because you need something tasty in your life. Easy to make and even easier to devour, these veggie cutlets are a must-try!
If I had to pick one snack that represents my childhood, it would definitely be cutlets. They bring back all the nostalgic feels, and I guarantee they’ll take you back to the good old days too. So give this recipe a try and let me know what you think!
TIPS & TRICKS
Tip #1: Place your breaded cutlets in the fridge for about 20 minutes before deep frying. This will help prevent them from breaking apart during frying.
Veggie Cutlets
Ingredients
- Filling
2-3 medium sized potatoes - 1 carrot
- 8-10 curry leaves
- 1’’ knob of ginger
- 3 green chilis
- 1 white onion
- 1 tbsp of roasted curry powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
Directions
- Boil, drain, and mash the softened potatoes.
- Finely dice all your veggies.
Heat ghee in a pan and toast the curry leaves, onion, green chili, and ginger. - Once the onions start to sweat, add the diced veggies. After a few minutes, add the mashed potatoes.
- Toss in the spice blend and combine well. Set aside and let it cool completely.
- Prepare the coating stations. In one bowl, combine ½ cup of flour and ½ cup of water. Use another bowl for breadcrumbs.
- Deep fry the cutlets in batches for about 3-5 minutes until they are deep brown.
- Let them cool and get ready to enjoy!
