Bajia/ Bhajia/ Plain Bajia Pakora/ Plain Pakora/ Croquette nature

bajra flour

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: wheat flour

Quinoa flour is gluten-free and nutritious, while wheat flour is more accessible.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add sweetness and nutrients, while yams are often less expensive.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide sweetness with less heat, while jalapeños are commonly available.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Ground cumin is easier to use, while caraway seeds can be a budget-friendly substitute.

Mix bajra flour, salt, turmeric powder, and red chili powder in a bowl.

Add chopped potatoes, onions, green chilies, ginger, and coriander leaves to the flour mixture.

Sprinkle cumin seeds into the mixture and combine well.

Gradually add water to form a thick batter.

Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Scoop spoonfuls of the batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil.

Fry the pakoras until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally.

Remove the pakoras with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with chutney or sauce of choice.

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