Crispy Chickpea Flour Veggie Pakoras Recipe

About this recipe

A delicious and crispy snack made with chickpea flour and mixed vegetables, spiced with Indian flavors, perfect for your evening cravings.

Ingredients

• 500G Loose Besan
• 1Kg Potato
• 500 g Onion
• 250g Green Chilli
• - Coriander Powder
• 100 g Jeera
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Wash and finely chop the potato, onion, spinach leaves, green chilies, and cilantro leaves.
2. 2. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
3. 3. Gradually add water to the mixture, whisking until a smooth, lump-free batter forms.
4. 4. Add the chopped vegetables and herbs to the batter, mixing until evenly coated.
5. 5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches frying temperature.
6. 6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter-coated vegetables into the hot oil, ensuring they don’t overcrowd the pan.
7. 7. Fry the pakoras for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
8. 8. Remove the pakoras using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
9. 9. Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter and vegetables.
10. 10. Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce for a flavorful snack.