Step 1

Rinse the sabudana thoroughly until the water runs clear. Soak it with water, water should be above the sabudana level.

Step 2

After about 8 hours, the sabudana will soak up all water and will increase in volume.

Step 3

Add all the ingredients - potatoes, cumin seeds, crushed peanuts, serrano peppers, salt, and sugar.

Step 4

Mix everything with hands and mash well.

Step 5

Take a small portion, roll it in your palm to make a smooth ball, and then press it to make a vada (patty) about 2 - 3 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Repeat the above step for the remaining mixture.

Step 7

Preheat the air fryer to 390°F for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Brush the vada with oil on both sides and place it in the preheated air fryer.

Step 9

Air fry for 10 minutes at 390°F.

Step 10

After 5 minutes flip the vada and air fry for the remaining time.

Step 11

They will look fluffy and slightly golden brown.

Step 12

Take them out of the air fryer with the help of kitchen tongs.

Step 13

Heat oil in a pan on medium-high flame, the oil should be at least an inch in depth.

Step 14

Drop a few sabudana tikkis in the hot oil and deep fry until golden brown on both the sides.

Step 15

Place them on a paper towel after removing them from oil to get rid of excess oil.