Rainy Day Recipe: Spiced Crispy Fried Arbi Served Hot

• 200 g Arbi
• 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Powder
• 1/2 tsp Cumin Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Chaat Masala
• 1/4 tsp Amchur Powder
• 4 tbsp Peanut Oil

1. Wash and boil the arbi for at least 10-12 minutes on a high flame. You may boil it in the pressure cooker for 1 whistle.
2. Let the arbi cool down for a few minutes. Peel off the skin. Using a sharp knife, Slice not very thin and keep aside until cooled completely.
3. In a heavy pan, heat up the oil and slide the arbi slices in hot oil and fry until golden brown. Using a slotted spoon, drain the excess oil and remove the fried arbi chips on a paper towel.
4. Sprinkle salt and spices generously on the fried chips while still hot.

Note:  You may vary the seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder and dried herbs like basil or oregano.