1. In a deep bowl, combine all the ingredients except the water and oil for frying.
2. Start mixing with a fork or your hand; add water slowly until you have a thick paste.
3. Heat 2 cups of oil in a wok or a deep pan.
4. Drop the batter by the tbsp in the oil bit by bit, forming them into fritters.
5. When they are lightly browned, turn them over with a frying spoon and let them cook properly; do not overcook.
6. Drain the fritters on a paper towel.
Serve hot with chutney.
Yields 30