Ingredients

• Besan -1 cup
• Rice flour - 1/2 cup
• Chilli powder - 1/2 to 1 tsp
• Asafoetida powder - 1/2 tsp
• Cooking soda - a pinch
• Fresh or canned bamboo shoot slices and tips - 1 to 1.5 cup
• Oil to deep fry
• Salt to taste

How to Make Bamboo Shoot Fritters (Bajji)

• Mix besan, rice flour, chilli powder, asafoetida and cooking soda together.
• Add enough water and make a smooth batter of coating consistency.
• Heat oil for deep frying.
• Dip bamboo shoots pieces in batter and deep fry till golden brown.
• Drain well and serve.