Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare Malabar Spinach and Rice

   Take fresh Malabar spinach leaves. Remove the hard stems and wash the leaves thoroughly. Soak some rice until soft, then grind it into a smooth paste.

2. 2.Prepare the Batter

   In a bowl, combine the ground rice paste with gram flour (besan). Add nigella seeds, salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and a pinch of sugar. Mix all ingredients well to form a smooth batter. The batter should not be too thick or too thin.

3. 3.Heat Oil and Coat Leaves

   Heat mustard oil in a pan over medium heat until it's hot. Take each cleaned Malabar spinach leaf and dip it completely into the prepared batter, ensuring it's evenly coated on both sides.

4. 4.Deep Fry the Fritters

   Carefully place the batter-coated spinach leaves into the hot oil. Fry them in batches, turning occasionally, until they turn golden brown and become crispy on both sides. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.

5. 5.Serve

   Once fried to a crisp, remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a plate. Serve the hot and crispy Malabar spinach fritters with warm dal and rice.