Step 1:- In a bowl, mix flour, almond powder, baking powder and salt.
Step 2:- In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar and vanilla until mixture triples in volume and forms a ribbon when beaten, about 5 minutes.
Step 3:- Add the compote and incorporate the dry ingredients, alternating with the curd.
Step 4:- Let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
Step 5:- Preheat oil in deep fryer to 180°C and line a baking sheet with two layers of paper towels.
Step 6:- Drop balls of dough into hot oil one at a time and cook for 3 minutes or until golden brown, turning halfway through cooking.   Step 7:- Drain on paper towels. Let cool for 1 minute, then coat with sugar and cardamom mixture.