Crispy Veggie Finger Sticks

Crispy Veggie Finger Sticks (Tea-Time Snack) Ingredients For the Vegetable Mixture 4 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed 2 medium carrots, finely chopped ½ cup red capsicum, finely chopped ½ cup green capsicum, finely chopped ½ cup green peas (fresh or frozen) ¼ cup baby corn, finely chopped ½ large onion, finely chopped 1 green chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste) ½ cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped 1 tbsp oil ½ tsp cumin seeds Spices 2 tsp salt (or to taste) ½ tsp red chili powder ½ tsp chili flakes ½ tsp coriander powder ½ tsp cumin powder ¼ tsp ginger powder 1 tsp chaat masala ¼ tsp black pepper 1 tsp garam masala ½ tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasuri methi) For Coating 4–6 slices bread (white or brown), made into breadcrumbs Slurry 1½ cups all-purpose flour (maida) ¼ tsp black pepper 1–2 cups water (as needed to make a smooth batter) For Frying Oil for deep frying Method 1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. 2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. 3. Add the green chili, carrots, baby corn, green peas, and both capsicums. Cook for 4–5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender. 4. Stir in all the spices: salt, red chili powder, chili flakes, coriander powder, cumin powder, ginger powder, black pepper, garam masala, chaat masala, and dried fenugreek leaves. 5. Add the mashed potatoes and chopped coriander leaves. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. 6. Allow the mixture to cool completely. 7. Shape the mixture into finger-sized sticks. 8. Prepare a smooth slurry by mixing the flour, black pepper, and enough water. 9. Dip each vegetable stick into the slurry, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs. 10. Heat oil over medium heat and deep-fry the sticks until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. 11. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serving Suggestions Serve hot with: Tomato ketchup Green chutney Sour cream Ranch dressing These crispy veggie finger sticks make an excellent evening tea-time snack, appetizer, or party starter. Like 👍 share and subscribe our channel for more delicious recipes 🙏