How to Make Crispy Vegetable Pakoras - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those who love Indian cuisine, crispy vegetable pakoras are a quintessential appetizer or snack. These tasty fritters are made by coating mixed vegetables in a spiced chickpea flour batter and then deep-frying until golden brown and crispy. Pakoras are a popular street food in India and are also commonly made at home for special occasions and gatherings.

What makes vegetable pakoras so delicious is the combination of fresh vegetables and a flavorful batter. The vegetables are typi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garam masala
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 quart oil for deep frying
  • ½ head cauliflower florets
  • 2 medium onions, sliced into rings

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Sift chickpea flour into a medium bowl; mix in garlic, salt, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and garam masala. Make a well in the center; gradually pour water into the well and mix to form a thick, smooth batter.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • While the oil is heating, dip cauliflower florets and onion rings in batter to coat.
  • Working in small batches, fry battered vegetables in hot oil until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels before serving.
  • Nutrition

    217 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 406mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 39mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 215mg