Rava Pakora (Indian Hushpuppies)

I love Shrimp Pakora when I'm at Newab of Mint.  I've decided to use this "plain version as a side to fishfries this Summer.  Friend Noma gave me the link an she says it's the best she has found on the web and it's quite okay to experiment with different ingredients. I do love a forgiving recipe in which we can add our own signature flavor, Ingredients: 2 cupsCream of Wheat cereal; (Rava)

1/2 cupCashews - Chopped

1/2 cupCilantro -finely chopped

1/4 cupCurry leaves - if available

1/2 cupWhite onion - Finely chopped

3/4 cupCheddar cheese - finely shredded

1/4 cupjalapeno pepper - finely chopped (optional)

1 teaspoonChile powder - hot

1/2 teaspoonKosher salt

1 cupButtermilk

Oil; for deep frying

Preparation:

Mix Dry ingredients together in a large bowl. Stir in the cheese, onions, and peppers. Mix in 1/2 of the buttermilk and stir. Add additional buttermilk (in small amounts) until a soft dough is formed.
Preheat the oil in a deep fryer or saucepan. Using a small scoop (or two teaspoons) form the dough into balls app. 1-1 inches in diameter.
Drop the balls into hot oil and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towel and serve with Tamerind Chutney or other tangy sauce.
Makes about 24 balls, each containing an estimated: