Crispy Bread Bhaji

Ingredients

• Bread slices - 4 whole
• Plain flour (maida) - 1 cup
• Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
• Tomato sauce - 1 tbsp
• Chili sauce - 1 tbsp
• Coriander leaves - 1 tsp
• Asafoetida powder (hing) - 1/4 tsp
• Salt, to taste
• Oil for deep frying
• Water, as needed
• Ketchup, for serving

Instructions

1. 1Cut the 4 bread slices diagonally to make triangles and set them aside while you prepare the batter.
2. 2In a medium bowl, whisk 1 cup plain flour with salt and enough water to form a smooth, dropping consistency batter.
3. 3Stir 1 tbsp tomato sauce, 1 tbsp chili sauce, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1 tsp coriander leaves and 1/4 tsp asafoetida powder into the batter until everything is evenly combined.
4. 4Heat oil in a deep pan until hot and ready for deep frying.
5. 5Dip each bread triangle into the batter to coat both sides, letting any excess drip off, then carefully lower into the hot oil and deep fry until the pieces are golden and crisp.
6. 6Remove the fried bread bhaji with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
7. 7Serve the bread bhaji hot with ketchup on the side.
8. 8Optional: garnish with extra coriander leaves or enjoy with a cup of tea.