It been awhile since I shared a recipe, but here is a recipe that brings satisfaction after eating it. Pakora, the beloved Indian fritters, are not just a treat for the taste buds but also pack a punch when it comes to nutrition. Especially with the inclusion of chickpea flour as a key ingredient. Not to mention the spices added, and olive oil. Whether enjoyed as a quick snack, appetizer, or part of a festive meal, pakoras never fail to delight the taste buds. Join us as we dive into the art of making these delectable treats from scratch, sharing tips and tricks along the way to ensure crispy perfection in every bite. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience and transport your senses to the bustling bazaars of India with our mouthwatering pakora recipe.
The Power of Chickpea Flour:
At the heart of every pakora lies chickpea flour, also known as besan. This gluten-free flour is not only versatile but also a nutritional powerhouse. Packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, chickpea flour adds both texture and nutrition to these crispy delights. As it is considered a good carbohydrate source. Learn the 5 healthy carbohydrates choices.
Fried with Olive Oil
I used Olive oil to fry my Pakoras. I did not deep fried them, but they were somehow soaked in the generous amount of olive oil in frying pan. Olive Oil is my go to in everything in the kitchen, including salads, frying, and sautéing. They are amazing for their benefits and I already shared them in Are you Cooking with Olive Oil?
Dr. Berg shared a really good alternative of vegetable oils, especially when it comes to frying.Feel free to use any 🙂Â
Pakora
Ingredients
- 1 medium size Potato
- 1 medium size Red Onion
- 1 Green Onion
- Parsley
- 3 Garlic clove
- Coriander
- 3 Hot Green Pepper
- 1.5 cup Chickpeas Flour
- Spices: Salt, Pepper, Red Pepper, Ground Coriander, Cumin, Paprica, Tumeric
- Water
- Olive Oil
Instructions
- Chop all of your chosen veggies into long, thin slices, and put them in a large mixing bowl
- Add the spices, the amount depends on your liking. I like it spicy, so I add more Red Pepper
- Add a generous of Ground Coriander
- Add Chickpeas flour, and give it a good mix
- Gradually add water, a little at a time, and mix until you achieve a thick batter-like consistency.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully drop spoonfuls of the pakora batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the pakoras until they turn golden brown and crispy, flipping occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Once the pakoras are cooked to perfection, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Enjoy the crispy goodness of homemade vegetable pakoras with family and friends!
I have never heard of chickpea flour! Such a cool way to get even more protein into the diet. thanks
I love the list of spices used in this recipe – looks delicious. I feel this needs to be in my “to try” list!
these sound delicious, I love to make them as a side dish to butter chicken or something like that, but always forget how simple they are to make.
That looks delicious! I will have to try it at home 😀
These look and sound delicious….on my to try list 😉
Thank you so much for sharing!!
Sounds like a great recipe and easy to make. Thanks for sharing. 😊
Pastor Natalie (ExamineThisMoment)
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I haven’t heard of this before. It looks really tasty!
I have never had pakora before! This looks so yummy. I will have to give this recipe a whirl soon. Thanks for sharing.
Can’t wait to make this tonight!
As someone on a gluten-free diet I like the fact it is chickpea flour, I think I would part free and part bake this to be more healthy have saved/shared
Looks comforting and delicious!
This sounds absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing!
Antonia Sweet Passions
Looks yummy!!