Description
Golden, crispy vegetable balls filled with melty cheese, served on skewers for a fun and delicious snack everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups boiled and mashed potatoes
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green capsicum
- 3/4 cup grated mozzarella or processed cheese
- 1/4 cup cornflour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp finely chopped green chilies
- 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
- 1 tsp mixed herbs or Italian seasoning
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Preheat oil in a deep frying pan over medium flame or preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- In a mixing bowl, combine mashed potatoes, grated carrot, cabbage, capsicum, cheese, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, salt, pepper, herbs, cornflour, and breadcrumbs. Mix well.
- Ensure oil is hot but not smoking. If air frying, grease the basket lightly.
- Roll small portions of the mixture into balls and insert a skewer or toothpick into each. Refrigerate for 15–20 minutes.
- Fry the lollipops in batches until golden and crisp. For air frying, cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Drain on paper towels. Optionally sprinkle with chaat masala.
- Serve hot with ketchup, mint chutney, or sweet chili sauce.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes for best texture and binding.
- Test-fry one to adjust seasoning or binding if needed.
- Freeze shaped lollipops for later use and fry directly from frozen.
- Customize veggies or spices based on taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cheesy veg lollipops, vegetarian snacks, cheesy vegetable balls, party appetizers, fusion snack