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Vegetable Pakoras
Iftar
Indian
India

Vegetable Pakoras

25 mins
Easy
Vegetarian, Halal, Vegan, Gluten-free

Description

Crispy fritters made with assorted vegetables and chickpea flour, a popular Iftar snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 potato, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, julienned
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 2 green chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp red chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. 1
    In a large bowl, mix chickpea flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
  2. 2
    Add water gradually to make a thick batter.
  3. 3
    Add all the vegetables and mix well to coat them with the batter.
  4. 4
    Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
  5. 5
    Drop spoonfuls of the vegetable mixture into the hot oil.
  6. 6
    Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
  7. 7
    Remove and drain on paper towels.
  8. 8
    Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories

220 kcal

Protein

8g

Carbs

30g

Fat

10g