Vegetable Chop Recipe
Vegetable chop is a popular Bengali snack that is typically made with a variety of vegetables and spices. Here is a recipe for making vegetable chop:
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiled and mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1/4 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green beans
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell peppers
- 2 tbsp finely chopped onions
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cabbage, carrots, green beans, bell peppers, onions, cilantro, salt, sugar, red chili powder, garam masala, and cumin powder. Mix well.
- Divide the mixture into small balls.
- Flatten the balls and shape them into cutlet or chop shape.
- Dip each chop into the bread crumbs.
- Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.
- Once the oil is hot, add the chops and fry until they turn golden brown.
- Take them out and put them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
- Serve the vegetable chop hot, with chutney or sauce of your choice.
Note: You can also shallow fry or bake the chops instead of deep frying.
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Vegetable Chop Nutrition information
Based on the above ingredients, assuming that the recipe makes 8 servings, the approximate nutrition information per serving (using 1/8th of the ingredients) would be:
- Calories: 131
- Total fat: 5g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 466mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 19g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Health benefits of Vegetable Chop
⇒ High in Nutrients: Vegetable Chop is typically made with a variety of vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, peas, and beans. These vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, which are essential for maintaining good health.
⇒ Low in Fat: Vegetable Chop is usually shallow-fried or baked, making it a low-fat snack compared to deep-fried options. This can help reduce the risk of heart disease and other chronic health conditions associated with a high-fat diet.
⇒ Rich in Antioxidants: Vegetables are known to be rich in antioxidants, which help protect the body against free radicals and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.
⇒ Good Source of Fiber: The breadcrumbs used in Vegetable Chop add a good amount of dietary fiber to the recipe, which helps improve digestion and promotes satiety, making it a great snack option for those trying to manage their weight.
⇒ Gluten-free Option: Vegetable Chop can be made with gluten-free breadcrumbs, making it a safe and tasty snack option for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.