Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan or kadai.
Splutter mustard seeds and saute red chillies and curry leaves.
Add sliced onions and saute till soft.
Add green peas and carrot and cook by closing with a lid.
When cooked, mash the boiled potatoes and add it to the pan.
Sprinkle turmeric and salt and mix well. Put off fire.
When cool, make into lemon sized balls.
In a vessel, mix besan powder and salt with water to form a thick batter.
Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai.
Dip the balls in the batter and deep fry till brown.
Drain on oil paper.