Delicious masala chicken pakora🍗 | Tiny Pakora's recipe in village

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is a healthier alternative with similar texture.

chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu offers a plant-based option for a similar texture.

green chilies

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Jalapeños provide a milder heat.

fresh coriander

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be used for a different flavor profile.

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.

Add gram flour, finely chopped onion, ginger paste, garlic paste, and green chilies to the bowl.

Sprinkle in cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, and salt.

Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture and add a little water to form a thick batter.

Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated with the batter.

Let the mixture marinate for at least 30 minutes.

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

Drop spoonfuls of the marinated chicken into the hot oil carefully.

Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

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

Serve hot with chutney or sauce of choice.

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