Jain Cabbage Pakoda Recipe in Hindi by Cooking with Smita | Cabbage Pakora | Cabbage Fritters

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is nutritious while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

rice flour

🥗Healthier: oat flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Oat flour is gluten-free and cornstarch is a budget-friendly thickener.

Shred or roughly chop the cabbage and place it in a mixing bowl.

Add gram flour, black pepper powder, red chili powder, asafoetida, and salt to the cabbage.

Mix well until the cabbage is coated with the flour mixture.

Add chopped fresh coriander, finely chopped green chilies, ginger (if using), and lemon juice to the mixture.

Add sugar and mix thoroughly.

Gradually add water to form a thick batter, ensuring it sticks to the cabbage.

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.

Scoop small portions of the cabbage mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil.

Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.

Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with chutney or sauce of choice.

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