Chana Dal Pakoda | Chana Dal Pakora | PakKoda | Channa Dal | கடலை பருப்பு பக்கோடா | Curry Leaves

chana dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest.

onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: leeks

Green onions add a milder flavor.

red chili powder

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika provides color without intense heat.

cumin seeds

🥗Healthier: ground cumin

💰Cheaper: caraway seeds

Ground cumin offers convenience.

Soak chana dal in water for 4-6 hours or overnight.

Drain the soaked chana dal and transfer to a blender.

Add onion, green chilies, ginger, garlic, and a little water to the blender.

Blend until a coarse paste forms, scraping down the sides as needed.

Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and add chopped coriander leaves, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.

Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.

Add baking soda and mix gently to aerate the batter.

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

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

Fry the pakoras in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

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

Serve hot with chutney or sauce of choice.

Cooking Techniques

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