Stuffed Tomato Pakora

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 3
Delicious Stuffed Tomato Pakora recipe for a perfect snack
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 oval ripe firm tomatoes ( egg-shaped )
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup onion , peeled and finely chopped
2 cups mushrooms , washed , drained and chopped ( Use fresh/canned , but be sure to wash the canned ones in plenty of water before proceeding )
1 cup cheddar cheese , grated
2 green chilies , chopped
1 tablespoon coriander leaves , chopped
1 tablespoon mint leaf , chopped
1 - 1 1/2 cup gram flour
1 teaspoon chat masala
salt
oil , to deep fry

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
350
Sugar
3g
Fat
20g
Stuffed Tomato Pakora is a popular Indian snack that can be enjoyed as a starter or a tea-time snack. It is a fried dish made with tomatoes stuffed with a cheesy and spicy filling of onion, mushrooms, and green chilies. The batter is made with gram flour, which is high in protein and gluten-free. This snack is ideal for those who love spicy and tangy flavors. It is easy to prepare and can be served with mint or tamarind chutney. The taste of this snack is a fusion of crispy and savory texture that satisfies the taste buds.

Instructions

1.Cut the tops of the tomatoes, and scoop out the pulp, leaving the walls about 1/4 inch thick.
2.In a pan, melt butter and sauté onion until translucent.
3.Add the chopped mushrooms and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
4.Add grated cheese, green chilies, coriander leaves and mint leaf. Mix well and set aside.
5.In a bowl, mix gram flour, chat masala, salt and enough water to make a thick batter.
6.Stuff the mushrooms mixture into the tomatoes.
7.Heat oil in a pan for deep frying.
8.Dip the stuffed tomatoes into gram flour batter and drop carefully into oil.
9.Fry until golden brown.
10.Serve hot with mint or tamarind chutney.

PROS

Stuffed Tomato Pakora is a perfect snack to enjoy with tea or coffee, especially on a rainy or cold day.

It has a crispy outer layer with a cheesy and spicy filling inside, which makes it highly delicious and satisfying.

CONS

Stuffed Tomato Pakora is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The deep frying process makes it high in saturated fat, so it may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are high in nutrients like vitamin C and potassium which are good for heart health.
Mushrooms are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals which may help boost immunity and reduce inflammation.
Mint and coriander leaves provide freshness and are good for digestion and overall health when consumed in moderation.

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