Delicious and Crispy Pakorae Recipe

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Delicious and Crispy Pakorae Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 05, 2024

Pakorae are a popular Indian snack made by deep-frying batter-coated vegetables or meat. This recipe will guide you on how to make crispy and flavorful pakorae at home using basic ingredients like chickpea flour, spices, and vegetables. Perfect for snacking or serving as an appetizer!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 potato, thinly sliced
  • 1 green chili, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, and salt.
  2. Add water gradually to make a smooth batter.
  3. Add sliced onion, potato, and green chili to the batter. Mix well.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Interesting Facts

  • Pakorae are a popular street food in India and Pakistan.
  • The key to crispy pakorae is using cold water in the batter and frying at the right temperature.
  • You can customize pakorae by adding other vegetables like spinach, eggplant, or cauliflower.