Gluten-Free Crispy Vegetable Pakoras

Pakoras are a popular snack food in India. These are quick deep-fried snacks made with a chickpea flour batter paired with any vegetable.

Total Time

25min

5.0

1 Rating

Author: A Hint of Rosemary

Servings:

Ingredients

•

1 cup

Chickpea Flour

•

1 tsp

Salt

•

1/2 tsp

Chili Powder

•

1/2 tsp

Garam Masala

•

1/2 tsp

Ground Coriander

•

1/2 tsp

Ground Turmeric

•

2 cloves

Garlic , crushed

•

3/4 cup

Water

•

3 cups

Cauliflower Florets

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Small Onions

•

as needed

Vegetable Oil

Cooking Instructions

In a medium-sized bowl, add Chickpea Flour (1 cup) , Salt (1 tsp) , Chili Powder (1/2 tsp) , Garam Masala (1/2 tsp) , Ground Coriander (1/2 tsp) , Ground Turmeric (1/2 tsp) , and Garlic (2 cloves) . Stir to blend well.

Make a well in the center of the mixture and gradually pour the Water (3/4 cup) into it, blending as you go.

Once a thick, smooth batter forms, add the Cauliflower Florets (3 cups) and Onions (2) . Gently stir until all surfaces are coated, adding 1 to 2 tablespoons of water if needed.

Pour the Vegetable Oil (as needed) into a large, heavy skillet. Heat until an instant-read thermometer registers 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Fry in batches until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Per Serving

CALORIES

120

FAT

1.7 g

PROTEIN

6.8 g

CARBS

19.8 g