Surti Style Tomato Fritters Recipe
Surti Tameta nu Bhajiya is a popular Gujarati snack from the city of Surat in Gujarat, India. This crispy fried fritter is made with a mixture of tomatoes, onions, and spices, coated in a gram flour batter, and then deep-fried to perfection. It’s a staple street food in Surat and is often served with a hot cup of chai or as a side dish with other Gujarati delicacies.
| Course | Snack |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | Gujarati, from Gujarat, India |
| Servings | 4-6 people |
| Preparation Time | 20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Calories | 250-300 per serving |
Ingredients:
- 2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup gram flour (chickpea flour)
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chilli powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garam masala powder
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup water
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Chopped fresh coriander, for garnish
Method:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onions, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the gram flour, lemon juice, and water to form a smooth batter.
- Add the tomato-onion mixture to the gram flour batter and mix well.
- Heat enough vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Using a spoon, drop small portions of the mixture into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain the bhajiyas on paper towels and serve hot with a sprinkle of chopped coriander.
I still remember the first time I had Surti Tameta nu Bhajiya at a street food stall in Surat. The crispy exterior and the soft, spicy interior of the bhajiya had me hooked from the very first bite. Since then, I’ve been obsessed with recreating this recipe in my own kitchen, and I’m thrilled to share it with you today!
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