Prepare Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes per batch
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiled potatoes
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon red chili powder
- 1 cup milk
- Chopped veggies as preferred
- 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 cup wheat flour
- Oil for frying
Directions
- In a large bowl, mash the boiled potatoes until smooth.
- Season the mashed potatoes with salt, black pepper, and red chili powder.
- Stir in the chopped vegetables of your choice.
- Add the baking powder and wheat flour to the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the milk to the mixture to form a thick batter.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Spoon the batter into the pan, forming small, flat cakes.
- Fry each side for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot.
Cook Notes
- Adjust the consistency of the batter with more or less milk as needed. It should be thick enough to hold its shape in the pan.
Variations
- Cheesy Vegetable Roastie: Add grated cheese to the batter for a cheesy twist.
- Spicy Roastie: Incorporate finely chopped jalapeños or green chilies for added heat.
Keto Version
- Use almond flour instead of wheat flour and unsweetened almond milk instead of regular milk.
Low-Carb Version
- Substitute wheat flour with coconut flour or another low-carb flour alternative.
Nutrition Information
Each serving approximately contains (serves 4):
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 6g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
(Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on ingredient brands and preparation modifications.)
