Pammi’s Bok phool fritters/humming bird tree flower fritters

Ingredients:

                 ·         Bok phool-10    

                 ·         Gram flour/besan-1/2 cup

                 ·         Red chilli powder-1tsp

                 ·         Turmeric powder-1/2tsp

·                                            Salt to taste

                 ·         Poppy seeds-1 tbsp

 ·         Oil for frying

Procedure:

Remove the flower tentacle that is within the bok phool and then wash it gently.

Mix besan, salt, red chilli powder, turmeric powder and poppy seeds with little water to make a smooth batter. Now dip the flowers one by one in the batter and deep fry them until golden brown and crisp. Serve hot as a snack or with steamed rice, ghee and green chilli.