Crispy Vegetable Pakoras

Crispy Vegetable Pakoras are a delightful Indian-inspired snack, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Made with a medley of fresh vegetables and chickpea flour, they're perfect as a side dish or a tasty appetizer.

Ingredients

• Potato - 1 medium (150g)
• Carrot - 1 medium (100g)
• Spinach - 50g
• Onion - 1 small (50g)
• Chickpea flour - 100g
• Rice flour - 30g
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 150ml
• Oil for frying - 500ml (for deep frying)

Steps

1. Peel and slice the potato and carrot into thin strips. Chop the spinach and onion finely.
2. In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and baking powder.
3. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, mixing until you achieve a smooth batter.
4. Add the sliced vegetables to the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
5. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot (about 180°C or 350°F).
6. Carefully drop spoonfuls of the vegetable-batter mixture into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
7. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
8. Remove the pakoras with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
9. Serve hot with chutney or yogurt sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 13 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting good digestion.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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