Description
Learn how to make crispy and delicious Vegetable Pakoras, a popular Indian appetizer. These fritters are packed with a variety of vegetables and spices, making them a flavorful and satisfying snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
- 1/4 cup rice flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 cup thinly sliced onions
- 1 cup grated or julienned carrots
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1-2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup water (as needed)
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
Dry Ingredients:
Vegetables:
Others:
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, baking soda, turmeric, chili powder, cumin seeds, carom seeds, and salt. Add the vegetables, green chilies, and cilantro. Mix well.
- Add Water: Gradually add water to form a thick batter that coats the vegetables.
- Fry the Pakoras: Heat oil in a pan. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with chutney or sauce.
Notes
- You can customize with other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- To enhance crispiness, maintain a thick batter consistency.
- Rice flour contributes to the crunchiness of the pakoras.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 pakoras
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
