Mirchi Bada (Stuffed Green Chile Peppers)

1 . Stage

Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain.

2 . Stage

While potatoes are cooking, bring another pot of water to a boil. Cut chile peppers open lengthwise and remove seeds.

3 . Stage

Blanch chiles for 30 seconds in the boiling water. Drain, then immerse in cold water. Drain again.

4 . Stage

Transfer cooked potatoes to a bowl. Add chili powder and salt; mash until no chunks remain. Scoop into chile peppers.

5 . Stage

Mix chickpea flour, salt, and water until a smooth batter forms. Dip stuffed chile peppers in the batter until well coated.

6 . Stage

Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep frying pan. Add chile peppers and fry until golden brown, about 3 to 6 minutes.