Aloo (Potato) Pakora

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 2
Crispy and delicious Aloo (Potato) Pakora recipe for your evening tea time
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 large potatoes
2 cups corn oil ( for frying )
1 cup besan ( chickpea flour )
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon red chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin powder
4 cloves of crushed garlic
3 inches of crushed ginger
salt
2 tablespoons chopped coriander ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
300
Sugar
2g
Fat
18g
Aloo Pakora is a popular Indian snack that is enjoyed with a cup of tea in the evening. It is a deep-fried snack that is made with potatoes and chickpea flour batter. The batter is flavored with spices like red chili powder and cumin powder, and is fragrant with garlic and ginger. This snack is an excellent way to enjoy the goodness of potatoes and chickpeas together. It is crispy, crunchy, and has a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Instructions

1.Peel potatoes and slice them.
2.In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, red chili powder, cumin powder, crushed garlic, crushed ginger and salt. Mix well.
3.Gradually add water to the bowl, mixing well until a smooth batter is formed.
4.Heat the oil in a frying pan.
5.Dip each potato slice in the batter and shake off excess batter.
6.Fry the potato slices in the hot oil until golden brown.
7.Serve hot with chopped coriander (optional).

PROS

Aloo Pakora is a flavorful snack that is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
It’s easy to make and can be enjoyed with friends and family.
The coriander adds a fresh and fragrant touch.

CONS

This snack is deep-fried, which makes it high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of vitamin B6, potassium, and iron.
Chickpea flour is high in protein, fiber, and other nutrients. It can also help to lower cholesterol levels and improve blood sugar control.

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