Mixed Pakoras – Savory Fritters
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥢 Servings: 4
🥗 Category: Lunch/Snacks
Description:
These Mixed Pakoras are the epitome of ‘any time snacks’, bursting with flavor and perfect for munching, especially on a cool rainy day accompanied by a steaming cup of tea or coffee! Enjoy the crispy texture and savory taste of these delightful fritters that are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Keywords:
Vegetable, Savory, < 30 Mins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2/3 cup | Besan |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Ajwain |
| 1/2 tsp | Cumin seed |
| 2 | Green chilies |
| 1 | Paprika |
| 2 tbsp | Coriander leaves |
| 2 | Potatoes |
| 10 | Onions |
| 4 | Cauliflower |
| 4 | Green chilies |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Batter:
- Sift together besan, baking soda, salt, and paprika in a mixing bowl.
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Mix Ingredients:
- Add ajwain, cumin seeds, finely chopped green chilies, and coriander leaves to the bowl.
- Gradually pour water while stirring to avoid lumps, ensuring the batter is slightly thicker than pancake batter. Adjust water quantity if needed.
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Prepare Vegetables:
- Wash and slice potatoes, onions, and cauliflower into thin slices.
- Remove seeds from green chilies and slice them lengthwise.
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Heat Oil:
- Pour oil into a wok or frypan, filling it about 2 inches deep.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it’s really hot.
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Fry Pakoras:
- Dip the prepared vegetable slices one by one into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Carefully slide them into the hot oil, avoiding overcrowding.
- Deep fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
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Serve:
- Once fried, remove the pakoras from the oil and drain excess oil on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite condiment such as ketchup or coriander chutney.
Enjoy the crunchy goodness of these Mixed Pakoras as a delightful snack or a side dish with your favorite meal!
