Aratikaya Bajji Recipe - Crispy Plantain Fritters
Aratikaya Bajji is the kind of snack that turns an ordinary evening into something comforting, warm, and nostalgic. With its crisp golden exterior, soft plantain center, and bold Andhra flavors, this bajji dish is a beautiful celebration of simplicity. Whether you’re hosting guests, craving something crunchy, or looking for a wholesome tea-time delight — these plantain fritters never disappoint. Serve them hot, savor them slowly, and let every bite remind you of home.
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 83kcal
Ingredients
- 1 raw plantain aratikaya
- ¾ cup besan gram flour
- ⅛ th cup rice flour
- ¼ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ⅛ tsp of asafoetida hing
- ¾ tsp salt
- ½ cup water
- ⅛ tsp baking soda
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Peel raw plantains and slice them lengthwise or into thin rounds.
- Place the slices in a bowl of water to prevent discoloration.
- In a bowl, add besan, rice flour, turmeric, red chilli powder, hing and salt.
- Add water little by little to form a smooth, lump-free, flowing batter.
- Add baking soda and gently fold it into the batter.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium flame.
- Drain the plantain slices and pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
- Dip each plantain slice into the batter, ensuring full coating.
- Gently slide into hot oil.
- Fry until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Remove and place on tissue-lined plates to absorb excess oil.
- Enjoy Street-Style Aratikaya Bajji at Home with chutney or ketchup.