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Onion Pakora

March 11, 2020 by hungrygirlinqueens Leave a Comment

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Pakora is a popular snack across India, where it is served in restaurants and sold by street vendors. It is a savory fritter commonly served with mint and tamarind condiments. Pakoras are made with spiced chickpea flour and has a light and crispy texture.

Chickpea flour is high in protein, fibre and micronutrients, while being low in carbohydrates and calories. The use of chickpea flour adds a nutty taste to accompany the simple dry spices.

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light and crispy onion fritters

Onion Pakora

  • Author: hungrygirlinqueens
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: Indian
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Description

These delicious onion fritters are made with a chickpea flour and are super light and crispy. 


Ingredients

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  • 2 medium white onions, sliced into semi-circle slices
  • ¾ cup gram flour (105 grams)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground tumeric
  • 1 green chili, deseeded and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • water (as needed)
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Place the chickpea flour, sliced onions, baking powder, salt, cumin, turmeric, chili, cilantro, and lemon juice in a large bowl and combine.
  2. Let it sit for a little while so the onions release water making it easier to mix.
  3. Add water if needed. The matter should be thick and coat the onions.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok on the stove top slowly until it is hot.
  5. Carefully drop tablespoons of the batter into the hot oil cooking about 3-4 dollops of the batter at a time and fry until golden brown. 
  6. Remove and place on a plate lined with a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
  7. Serve with mint or tamarind chutney.

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