Petis
Filling
Ingredients
2 cups
Fresh coconut
(peeled - finely grated)
1 cup
Mashed potato
(2 medium potatoes)
½ cup
Green coriander
(finely minced)
1 cup
Sev
(spicy - grounded)
2 Tbsps
Lemon juice
1 tsp
Ground cumin
2 Tbsps
Raisins
(chopped)
1 tsp
Sesame seeds
1½ tsp
salt
(or to taste)
2 Tbsps
Sugar
1 tsp
Garlic
(crushed)
1 tsp
Green chilies
(crushed - or to taste)
2 Tbsps
Pomegranate seeds
(optional)
Instructions
1
Mix all the filling ingredients, divide into 20 equal portions and make firm balls. Set aside.
Crust
Ingredients
2 cups
Mashed potatoes
(4 medium potatoes)
2 Tbsps
All purpose flour
2 Tbsps
Corn starch
¾ tsp
Salt
Oil
(for frying)
Instructions
1
Mix crust ingredients. It should not be sticky, add more cornstarch if needed.
2
Divide dough into 20 equal balls.
3
Place one crust ball on the palm of hand, flatten to a two inch round circle.
4
Place one prepared filling ball in the center and seal by bringing edges together. Gently roll between your hands to form a smooth round ball. Repeat with remaining balls.
5
Deep-fry in heated oil, on medium to high heat, until golden brown.
6
Remove and drain on a paper towel.