First, start by shredding the leaves of the cabbage.

Finely chop the green chilis.

Next, chop the onions, garlic, and coriander leaves (wash the leaves thoroughly before chopping).

Now transfer them into a large mixing bowl.

In that, add the red chili powder, besan or gram flour, turmeric powder, cornstarch, baking soda, salt to taste, and a bit of sugar. The sugar is to uplift the taste.

(if you are willing to make a vegetarian version, then do not put the onions and garlic).

Mix everything well and scrunch the leaves with your fingers and palm.

The cabbage will leave a little moisture. This moisture will help bind everything together.

Knead everything well until all the elements come together.

Next, make small dollops (or Bora) of the mixture.

Take a kadhai and put a generous amount of vegetable oil.

Heat the oil until it starts to smoke. Keep the flame on medium.

Put the Boras or dollops gently into the oil.

Fry them until golden brown from all sides. Do not increase the temperature.

Fry them in batches. Transfer them onto a kitchen tissue-covered plate. This will soak off the excess oil.

Sprinkle some black salt or bit nun on the boras. This will give it a beautiful flavor.