Makki Paneer Pakora Recipe
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sweet corn (mashed) | 1 1/4 cups |
| Paneer (homemade cottage cheese) – grated | 100 grams |
| Onion – finely chopped | 1/4 cup |
| Coriander leaves (dhania) – finely chopped | 2 tablespoons |
| Curry leaves – finely chopped | 10 leaves |
| Gram flour (besan) | 1/4 cup |
| Salt | As needed |
| Sunflower oil | For deep frying |
| Fennel seeds (saunf) | 1 teaspoon |
| Green chillies | 2 |
| Ginger (1/2 inch piece) | 1/2 inch |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Indian
Course: Snack
Diet: Vegetarian
Instructions:
To make the Makki Paneer Pakora, follow these easy steps for a delightful Indian snack perfect for any occasion:
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Prepare the Spices and Masala:
- In a small mixer jar, grind the fennel seeds, green chillies, and ginger into a coarse paste, ensuring no water is added. Set this masala aside.
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Grind the Corn:
- Add the sweet corn to a food processor and pulse it into a coarse paste. Again, avoid adding any water during this step to maintain the right consistency.
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Heat the Oil:
- Heat enough sunflower oil in a deep frying pan (kadai) over medium heat to fry the pakoras.
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Prepare the Pakora Batter:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ground corn, prepared ginger-green chilli-fennel paste, grated paneer, finely chopped onions, coriander leaves, curry leaves, and gram flour. Add salt to taste.
- Mix everything together well. If the mixture feels too dry, sprinkle a little water to bring it to a thick batter consistency, perfect for forming pakoras.
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Fry the Pakoras:
- Once the oil is hot (test by dropping a small piece of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and float), carefully drop spoonfuls of the prepared batter into the hot oil.
- Fry the pakoras in batches, turning them occasionally, until they are golden and crispy on all sides. Remove the fried pakoras onto a paper towel to drain excess oil.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the Makki Paneer Pakoras hot, accompanied by mint chutney or sweet dates chutney for dipping.
- These crispy, flavorful pakoras make an excellent starter at parties or as a snack with a comforting meal. Try pairing them with Nawabi Kofta Curry, Spiced Kumbh Pulao, and a sweet finish of Sheer Khurma for a complete feast.
Tips:
- Ensure the oil is at the right temperature before frying, as this will help the pakoras cook evenly and become crispy without absorbing too much oil.
- You can adjust the spice levels by adding more or fewer green chillies, based on your preference.
- If you like, you can add other herbs like mint or thyme to the batter for extra flavor.
This Makki Paneer Pakora recipe combines the sweet flavor of corn with the richness of paneer, creating a perfect fusion of textures and tastes. Ideal for vegetarian diets and perfect for any gathering!
