Javvarisi (Sago) Bonda

Javvarisi bonda is a delicious and crispy South Indian snack made with sago and potatoes. It’s a perfect tea-time treat that is easy to make and bursting with flavor. Enjoy these golden brown balls with a side of tangy tomato ketchup or spicy sauce for a satisfying snack!

Javvarisi (Sago) Bonda

Recipe by S Kamala
Course: Snacks, AppetizersCuisine: Indian, TamilDifficulty: Easy
Servings

5

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes

Savor the crisp and savory Javvarisi bonda, a beloved South Indian delicacy crafted from sago and potatoes. Ideal for an afternoon tea break or as a delightful snack at any time!

Ingredients

  • Sago – 4 to 5 tablespoons

  • Potato (medium size) – 4

  • Ginger paste – ½ teaspoon

  • Green Chilli Paste – ½ teaspoon

  • Cumin (Jeeragam) Powder – ½ teaspoon

  • Coriander Powder – ½ teaspoon

  • Besan ¼ cup

  • Salt 1 teaspoon or as per taste

  • Oil for deep frying

Directions

  • Soak the sago in warm water for at least one hour.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are soft. Peel and mash them thoroughly.
  • After draining the sago, combine it with the mashed potatoes. Add ginger paste, chili paste, cumin, coriander powders, and salt. (For a spicier bonda, consider adding half a teaspoon of red chili powder as well). Mix everything well. Then, sprinkle besan over the mixture and blend it in completely.
  • Form the dough into small, lemon-sized balls.
  • Heat oil in a kadai and deep-fry the balls until they turn light brown.
  • Serve with tomato ketchup or sauce.

2 Comments

  1. Hi .I like ur recipes..explained well.yesterday I did javvarisi bond.it came very tasty.

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