Pakora Indian Vegetable Fritters (Printable Version)
Crispy Indian vegetable fritters featuring chickpea flour, fresh veggies, and warm spices for a flavorful bite.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Batter
01 -
270 g chickpea flour
02 -
1 tsp turmeric powder
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1 tsp cumin powder
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1 tsp coriander powder
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1 tsp fenugreek powder
06 -
½ tsp chilli powder
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2 tsp salt
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205 ml water
→ Vegetables
09 -
230 g grated onions
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300 g grated potato
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250 g finely chopped cauliflower
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2 large red chillies, finely chopped
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
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2 tbsp finely chopped coriander leaves
→ For frying
15 -
750–1000 ml vegetable or canola oil
→ Coriander Mint Sauce
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2 cups (about 50 g) mint leaves
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1 cup (about 25 g) coriander leaves
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¼ cup sliced eschalot
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3 tbsp lime juice
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1 tsp caster sugar
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½ tsp cumin seeds
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½ tsp salt
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2 ice cubes
→ Minted Yogurt Sauce
24 -
1 cup plain yoghurt
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½ cup packed mint leaves
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¼ tsp salt
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Combine chickpea flour with turmeric, cumin, coriander, fenugreek, and chilli powder in a mixing bowl. Gradually whisk in water until a thick, smooth batter forms.
02 -
Fold grated potato, cauliflower, onions, ginger, red chillies, and chopped coriander into the batter using a wooden spoon until evenly combined.
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Set the oven to 80°C to keep the fritters warm after frying. Position a rack over a baking tray.
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Pour oil into a large heavy-based pot to a depth of 4 cm and heat it to 180°C.
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Using two tablespoons or your hands, drop batter portions roughly shaped into patties into the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding to maintain temperature.
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Fry the fritters for 2 to 3 minutes, turning as needed until golden brown. Drain them on paper towels and transfer to the preheated oven to keep warm.
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Present the pakoras hot alongside the coriander mint sauce and minted yogurt sauce for dipping.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Adjust chilli powder according to desired heat level.
02 -
Grate vegetables finely for uniform texture and quicker cooking.
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Consume freshly fried to enjoy optimal crispiness.