Parwal Chips

Definition: Parwal chips are a crispy and delicious snack made from parwal, also known as pointed gourd or green potato. Parwal is a tropical vegetable commonly found in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. These chips are made by thinly slicing parwal and deep-frying them until they turn golden brown and crispy.

Ingredients:

• Parwal (pointed gourd) – 500 grams
• Oil – for deep frying
• Salt – to taste
• Red chili powder – 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder – 1/2 teaspoon
• Amchur powder (dried mango powder) – 1/2 teaspoon

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Instructions:

Wash the parwal thoroughly and pat dry with a kitchen towel.

Trim the ends of the parwal and peel the skin using a peeler.

Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the parwal into round shapes.

Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.

Once the oil is hot, carefully add the sliced parwal into the oil.

Fry the parwal slices until they turn golden brown and crispy.

Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried parwal chips from the oil and place them on a kitchen towel to absorb excess oil.

In a separate bowl, mix salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and amchur powder.

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the fried parwal chips and toss gently to coat them evenly.

Allow the chips to cool completely before serving.

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Parwal chips can be enjoyed as a standalone snack or served with a dip of your choice. They are best consumed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.

Note: It is important to handle hot oil with caution while deep frying. Ensure that the parwal slices are thinly sliced for a crispy texture.

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