Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs (900g) sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/2 cup (60g) cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp (15g) ghee
  • 1 tsp (5g) cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp (2g) red chili powder
  • 1 tsp (3g) garam masala
  • 1 tsp (4g) amchur
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) oil
  • 2 tbsp (8g) fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp (15g) green chilies, finely chopped

Instructions:

  1. Boil the cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until tender but not mushy, approximately 12-15 minutes.
  2. Drain the potatoes completely and let them steam-dry in the colander for 5 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  3. Mash the potatoes in a bowl until velvety smooth, ensuring no large lumps remain.
  4. Heat ghee in a small pan over medium heat; add cumin seeds and fry until they pop, then stir this mixture into the mashed potatoes.
  5. Fold in the red chili powder, garam masala, amchur, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Stir in the finely chopped cilantro and green chilies.
  7. Gradually add the cornstarch, mixing until the dough is pliable and does not stick to your fingers.
  8. Shape the mixture into small, flat discs about 1 inch thick.
  9. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  10. Carefully place the patties in the pan and fry for 4-5 minutes per side without moving them, until they develop a deep mahogany-colored crust.
  11. Remove and drain on a paper towel to maintain crispness.