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ठंडी के लिए गरमा गरम मिक्स वेजिटेबल पकोड़ा - Mix Vegetable Pakora Recipe

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Mix Vegetable Pakora

Cultural Context

Pakoras are a popular Indian snack, often enjoyed during monsoon season with tea. They are made by deep-frying vegetables coated in a spiced chickpea batter, creating a crispy exterior and tender interior. Traditionally served as a street food, pakoras have become a beloved appetizer across India and are often customized with various vegetables and spices to suit regional tastes.

IndianINappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups mixed vegetables
1 cup gram flour
1/2 cup rice flour
3/4 cup water
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups oil for frying
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon ginger
2 green chilies
1 raw banana
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
1/2 teaspoon black pepper powder
1/2 teaspoon carom seeds
1/4 cup mint leaves
1/4 cup curry leaves

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is a healthier option with similar texture.

mixed vegetables

🥗Healthier: zucchini and carrots

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often more affordable and convenient.

1

Prepare finely chopped methi (fenugreek leaves) and set aside.

2

Chop ginger finely and add it to the mixing bowl.

3

Reduce the gas flame to low.

4

Add half a cup of finely chopped capsicum to the mixture.

5

Add half a cup of fresh peas, crushed coarsely, to the mixture.

6

Grate a raw banana and add it to the mixture, using a grater with larger holes for texture.

7

Add two finely chopped green chilies to the mixture, adjusting quantity to taste.

8

Add 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of coriander cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of black pepper powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of red chili powder to the mixture.

9

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of garam masala powder, 1/4 teaspoon of sugar, and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice to the mixture.

10

Add half a cup of gram flour and 1/4 cup of rice flour to the mixture, mixing well without adding water.

11

Mix the batter by squeezing the vegetables with your hands to ensure the spices coat the vegetables evenly and release moisture.

12

Let the batter rest for 5 to 7 minutes.

13

Prepare the chutney by adding 1 tablespoon of peanuts, 1 chopped green chili, 6 to 7 curry leaves, 1/4 cup of mint leaves, and 1 cup of fresh coriander to a small mixer jar.

14

Add 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of cumin, 1/4 teaspoon of asafoetida, and a little lemon juice to the mixer jar.

15

Add 2 tablespoons of water and crush the mixture to make chutney, then transfer it to a bowl and set aside.

16

After 8 to 10 minutes, mix the batter again, ensuring it is well combined and slightly aerated.

17

Check the batter consistency; it should drop easily. If not, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water as needed.

18

Add 1 teaspoon of hot oil to the batter and mix well.

19

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

20

Once the oil is hot, drop small portions of the batter into the oil, allowing them to fry without overcrowding the pan for 25 to 30 seconds before flipping them over.

21

Maintain the gas flame on medium while frying the pakoras, turning them occasionally until they are golden brown.

22

Once golden brown, remove the pakoras from the oil and place them on a plate.

23

For the next batch, increase the gas flame slightly when adding the pakoras, then return to medium heat after adding them.

24

Serve the hot pakoras with green chutney and tomato sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlslotted spoondeep frying panpaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

glutentree-nuts

Also Known As

Vegetable FrittersMixed Veg Pakora

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