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Homemade Chili Bites (Daltjies) are crispy on the outside and soft and sponge-like on the inside.
Homemade Chili Bites (Daltjies)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 20 servings depending on size 1x
Description
Daltjies aka Chili Bites: Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly delicious!
Ingredients
- 1 packet Packo chili bite (usually 250g boxes)
- 1/2 cup of cake flour
- 1/2 cup chana flour (chickpea flour, gram flour, or besan)
- 1 red onion chopped.
- Chopped spinach
- 1 teaspoon ginger & garlic masala
- 1 teaspoon mild Kashmiri chili powder, turmeric, jeera
- Salt to taste
- 1 egg
- Water enough to make a dropping consistency
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients to a soft mixture, not too stiff
- Grate one potato and add the baking powder into the batter lastly.
- Deep fry in oil
Notes
Prepared, tried, and tested Feriel from SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes
Homemade Chili Bites (Daltjies) are crispy, golden bites of flavor that’ll have you reaching for more. With bold spices, fresh veggies, and a touch of history, this recipe is a snack-time must-try.
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