How to Make Pakora's!

Cut half a head of cauliflower into bite-sized pieces.

Chop 1 onion into rings and add to the bowl.

Peel 2 potatoes, cut them in half, and slice into 1 cm thick pieces.

Roughly chop a handful of fresh cilantro and add to the mix.

Chop 2 green chilies and add to the bowl.

Squeeze juice of 1 lemon over the veggies.

Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds, 1 teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon dried fenugreek leaves, and 1 teaspoon garam masala to the veggies and mix well.

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Add 1/2 teaspoon baking powder and 1 teaspoon cornstarch to the mixture.

Add 1 cup chickpea flour (besan) to the bowl and mix.

Add 1/2 cup water gradually while mixing until the batter holds together when pressed.

Heat oil in a pan to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Use an ice cream scoop to form pakoras and test the batter in the hot oil.

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