Pakoras
Description
These classic Indian pakoras are the ultimate comfort food snack, featuring a crisp, golden crust made from spiced chickpea flour (besan) batter. The batter is infused with aromatic garam masala, earthy coriander, and a hint of heat from cayenne pepper, creating a complex flavor profile that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness and texture of the vegetables inside. Whether you choose eggplant, potatoes, or onions, each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a soft, savory interior. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, these vegan-friendly fritters are a crowd-pleaser that delivers authentic home-style flavor every time.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large bowl, combine besan, lemon juice, ground coriander, melted margarine or oil, salt, garam masala, baking powder, turmeric, and cayenne pepper.
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Add water gradually, mixing until a thick, smooth batter forms that coats the back of a spoon.
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Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large saucepan or deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot (about 350°F/175°C).
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Prepare vegetables: Cut eggplant into wedges, potatoes into thick slices, peppers into wedges, and onions into thin slices.
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For eggplant, potatoes, peppers, and mushrooms: Dip pieces into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
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Carefully add batter-coated vegetables to the hot oil, a few pieces at a time, to avoid overcrowding.
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Fry until golden brown and tender, adjusting heat to medium if oil smokes or spatters excessively.
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For onion pakoras: Sprinkle onion slices with salt and let drain for 10 minutes. Mix besan with chopped scallions, cilantro, and green chile. Coat onion slices in this mixture, forming small fritters.
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Fry onion fritters for 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.
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Drain all fried pakoras on paper towels to remove excess oil.
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Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 291.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.8g2%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.6mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 60.8g21%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
- Sugars 0.2g
- Protein 8.0g16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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