PAKORAE

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This is a really tasty snack we usually have in our country, with tea, on a rainy day. Besan is ground chick peas; it's also known as gram flour, and you can find it at Indian stores. Serve with ketchup or chili sauce for dipping.

Provided by Natasha

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
¾ cup water
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 onion, halved and thinly sliced
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pinch ground turmeric
2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the besan, water, salt, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander seeds, onion, and jalapeno pepper until it forms a smooth mixture with no flour lumps.
  • Heat the oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is sizzling hot, drop dough by tablespoonfuls, and fry until golden brown on each side. Drain on paper towels, and serve hot with ketchup or chili sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 298.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

EnderCrow
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Overall, I thought these pakorae were a good recipe. They were easy to make and turned out delicious. I would definitely recommend them to others.


edoghogho monday
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The pakorae were a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would use less salt next time.


Moon-san
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The pakorae were a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I would use less chili powder next time.


ROHAN GAMING
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The pakorae were a bit greasy for my liking. I think I would try using less oil next time.


waleed sardar595
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These pakorae were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Namukose Saida
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy these pakorae were to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions easily and the pakorae turned out great.


Emma Lopez
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I made these pakorae for my family, and they all loved them. My kids especially enjoyed the dipping sauce. I will definitely be making these again.


Sahera Siddika
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These pakorae were a bit more time-consuming to make than I expected, but they were definitely worth the effort. They were so crispy and flavorful, and the dipping sauce was the perfect complement.


Delilah
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I'm not a great cook, but I was able to make these pakorae without any problems. The instructions were easy to follow, and the results were delicious.


Billy Spencer
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I'm a vegetarian, and I always appreciate finding new recipes that are both delicious and satisfying. These pakorae fit the bill perfectly. They're packed with flavor and make a great meal on their own or as a side dish.


Milon Apon
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These pakorae were easy to make and turned out perfectly. I used a variety of vegetables, and they all tasted great. I will definitely be making these again.


Rivera Misa
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I made these pakorae for a party, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them! I especially liked the dipping sauce.


thatannouingdud19
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I'm not usually a fan of fried foods, but these pakorae were an exception. They were so light and airy, and the flavors were amazing.


Zo'ryah Boston
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I've made pakorae before, but this recipe is by far the best. The pakorae were so flavorful and moist. I loved the addition of the mint and coriander.


Peter Crouch
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These pakorae were absolutely delicious! The batter was light and crispy, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making these again.