Rajasthani Mirchi Vada – Spicy Stuffed Green Chilli Fritters

 Rajasthani Mirchi Vada – Spicy Stuffed Green Chilli Fritters

Rajasthani Mirchi Vada is a popular Indian street food made with large green chillies stuffed with a flavorful potato filling, coated in gram-flour batter and deep-fried until crisp and golden.

It is especially popular in Rajasthan and makes a delicious evening snack with mint chutney or sweet tamarind chutney.

Ingredients

For the Mirchi Vada

- 8 large mild green chillies

- 3 medium potatoes

- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds

- ½ teaspoon fennel seeds

- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder

- 1 teaspoon red chilli powder

- ½ teaspoon coriander powder

- ½ teaspoon garam masala

- 1 teaspoon amchur powder

- 1 tablespoon chopped coriander

- Salt to taste

- 1 tablespoon lemon juice

For the Batter

- 1½ cups gram flour (besan)

- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder

- ½ teaspoon red chilli powder

- A pinch of asafoetida

- Salt to taste

- Water, as needed

For Frying

- Oil, for deep frying

Method

1. Prepare the Chillies

Wash the large green chillies and dry them thoroughly.

Make a lengthwise slit in each chilli and carefully remove the seeds.

Keep the chillies aside.

2. Prepare the Potato Filling

Boil the potatoes until tender.

Peel and mash them.

Heat a pan and add cumin seeds and fennel seeds.

Add the mashed potatoes, turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, amchur powder and salt.

Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes.

Turn off the heat and add chopped coriander and lemon juice.

Allow the filling to cool.

3. Stuff the Chillies

Fill each green chilli generously with the prepared potato mixture.

Press the filling gently so it stays inside.

4. Prepare the Batter

Add gram flour, turmeric, chilli powder, asafoetida and salt to a bowl.

Gradually add water and whisk until you get a thick, smooth batter.

The batter should coat the chillies without being too runny.

5. Fry the Mirchi Vada

Heat oil over medium heat.

Dip each stuffed chilli completely into the batter.

Carefully place it into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown and crisp, turning occasionally.

Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

6. Serve

Cut the Mirchi Vada into pieces if desired.

Serve hot with mint chutney or sweet tamarind chutney.

Serving Suggestions

Rajasthani Mirchi Vada tastes delicious with:

- Mint chutney

- Tamarind chutney

- Tomato ketchup

- Masala chai

- Hot tea

Tips

- Choose large green chillies that are mild rather than extremely hot.

- Keep the batter thick enough to coat the chillies evenly.

- Fry over medium heat so the outer coating becomes crisp while the filling warms through.

- Avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.

- Serve immediately for the best crispy texture.

Final Thoughts

Rajasthani Mirchi Vada is a crispy, spicy and satisfying Indian snack that brings together a flavorful potato filling and crunchy gram-flour coating.

It is perfect for evening tea, rainy-day snacking or a homemade Indian street-food platter.