 Batata vadas are often eaten with green chillies. | |
| Course | Hors d'oeuvre / Starter / Appetizer |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Maharashtra |
| Associated cuisine | Indian |
| Main ingredients | Potatoes |
Batata vada (Marathi: बटाटा वडा, lit. 'potato fritter') is a popular vegetarian fast food dish from the Indian state of Maharashtra. The dish consists of a mashed potato patty coated with chickpea flour, which is then deep-fried and served hot with chutney. The vada is typically around two or three inches in diameter. Across different regions of India, this dish is also known as aloo bonda, aloo vada, batata bonda, potato bonda and potato vada.
Although Maharashtrian in origin, batata vada has gained popularity in the rest of India as well.[1]
- ^ Deccan Herald: Bole to yeh vada pav hai! Archived October 11, 2008, at the Wayback Machine