Vegetable Pakoras

Vegetable Pakoras are crispy, golden fritters made from a variety of fresh vegetables mixed in a spiced chickpea flour batter. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, they are a delightful addition to any meal, especially served with tangy chutney.

Ingredients

• Chickpea flour - 100 grams
• Water - 150 ml
• Potato - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Spinach - 50 grams, chopped
• Cauliflower - 100 grams, cut into small florets
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon (or to taste)
• Baking soda - 1/4 teaspoon
• Oil - for deep frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, and baking soda to form a smooth batter.
2. Add the sliced potatoes, onions, chopped spinach, and cauliflower florets to the batter and mix well until all the vegetables are coated.
3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small amount of batter into the oil – it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
4. Using a spoon or your hands, drop spoonfuls of the vegetable batter into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
5. Fry the pakoras for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove the pakoras with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.
• Contains protein from chickpea flour, supporting muscle health.

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