- recipe by Raji Ramakrishnan submitted on 07-31-2012

(Suran Vada,  Chenna Vada, Kaunaikilangu Vadai)

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A light snack with a cup of tea in rainy season who will not  enjoy.  Try and enjoy yourself with your family and friends.
 
Yam is a good source of energy, contains  carbohydrates and soluble dietary fiber.. In addition, dietary fiber helps reduce constipation, decrease bad (LDL) cholesterol levels by binding to it in the intestines and prevent colon cancer risks by preventing toxic compounds in the food from adhering to colon mucosa.The tuber is excellent source of B-complex group of vitamins. 

Ingredients 
½ kg Yam boiled and smashed (pressure cook)
1 tsp Paste of ginger, green chilli and garlic (adjust according to your choice)
½ cup Finely chopped coriander leaves
1 Small onion finely chopped (optional)
4 Slices of bread (I used brown bread)
Lime juice of half lime (adjust)
Salt as required
Oil for frying.
Method
1. Mix all the ingredients well and make a dough of it.  

2. Make small balls of it and flatten the same on your palm. 

3. Deep fry and serve hot with chutney or sauce.

 
Variation

  You can serve like Ragada Pattice. 
  You can also shallow fry the same.
 

Preparation time:   30 minutes
Cooking time: 20-30 minutes
Serves: 4-5
Shelf life : Best served hot