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Vegetable Pakora

Crispy chickpea-battered vegetable fritters that are golden outside, soft inside, and irresistible with chutney on a rainy afternoon.

30 minutes
Serves 4
Appetizer

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, carom seeds, red chili powder, turmeric, and salt, then gradually add about 2/3 cup water to form a thick, smooth batter that coats the back of a spoon.

  2. 2

    Fold the sliced potato, onion, and torn spinach into the batter until every piece is evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Heat the oil in a deep, heavy pan to 350 degrees F, testing readiness by dropping in a pinch of batter that should sizzle and rise immediately.

  4. 4

    Gently drop in spoonfuls of the coated vegetables in small batches, frying for 4 to 5 minutes while turning occasionally until deep golden and crisp.

  5. 5

    Lift the pakoras out with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper-towel-lined plate.

  6. 6

    Serve hot with mint-cilantro chutney or tamarind chutney and a wedge of lemon.

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