Crispy Vegetable Pakoras are a popular Indian snack made by deep-frying mixed vegetables coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter. They are perfect for a delicious appetizer or a tea-time snack.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
15min
Ingredients
4 Servings
- 200 g chickpea flour
- 20 g coriander leaves
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 2 green chili
- 500 ml oil
- 1 onion
- 1 potato
- 1 tsp red chili powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 100 g spinach
- 150 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add chickpea flour, cumin seeds, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt.
Step 2
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients to form a thick batter.
Step 3
Add sliced potato, onion, chopped spinach, green chilies, and coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.
Step 4
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Step 5
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
Step 6
Remove pakoras from oil and drain on paper towels.
Step 7
Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.