Potato bonda
Also known as: Potato Bonda, Aloo bonda
Potato bonda is a popular South Indian snack made by deep-frying spiced mashed potato balls coated in chickpea flour batter.
Nutrition per 100g
Nutrient Breakdown
Key Nutrients(14)
% DV = % Daily Value (adult RDA, ICMR 2020). Values per 100g edible portion.
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Common questions about Potato bonda
How many calories are in 1 bonda of Potato bonda?
1 bonda (179 g) of Potato bonda has about 1133 kcal, based on 633 kcal per 100 g.
How much protein is in Potato bonda?
Potato bonda provides about 1.1 g of protein per 100 g.
How much sugar does Potato bonda contain?
Potato bonda has about 0.3 g of total sugars per 100 g.
How is potato bonda typically prepared?
It is made by spiced mashed potatoes coated with chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until crispy.
Is potato bonda suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, potato bonda is vegetarian as it contains no meat, fish, or eggs.
How should potato bonda be stored?
Potato bonda is best consumed fresh and hot. Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 1-2 days and reheated before eating.
About Potato bonda
Potato bonda is a widely enjoyed Indian snack originating from South India. It consists of spiced, mashed potatoes rolled into balls, dipped in a gram flour (besan) batter, and deep-fried until golden and crispy. This snack is commonly consumed as a tea-time or evening snack across many Indian households and street food stalls.
- Typically enjoyed hot with chutneys or sauces.
- The deep-frying leads to moderate fat content.
- It does not contain animal products, making it suitable for vegetarians.
While potato bondas are generally rich in calories and carbohydrates due to the potatoes and batter, an exceptional nutritional trait of this food is its very high Vitamin E content, providing over 400% of the daily value per 100g, likely due to the use of vegetable oils in frying. This antioxidant nutrient stands out as a significant point of nutrition in this popular snack food.
Values per 100g edible portion.
Nutrition data is for reference only. Values may vary by preparation method, brand, and region. Full disclaimer
Contains data from Indian Nutrient Databank (INDB), University of Edinburgh, licensed under CC BY 4.0, modified for presentation.
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