Aloo Pakora
Crispy and spiced potato fritters, perfect for snacking or serving at parties, and easy to whip up on a weeknight.
Method
- 1
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- 2
In a large bowl, mix chickpea flour, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala, and salt.
- 3
Add enough water to the dry mixture to form a thick batter.
- 4
Dip the sliced potatoes into the batter, coating them well.
- 5
Carefully drop the battered potatoes into the hot oil and fry in batches until golden brown.
- 6
Remove from oil and drain on kitchen paper.
Ingredients
- •3 medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- •1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
- •1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- •1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- •1 teaspoon red chilli powder
- •1 teaspoon garam masala
- •1 tsp salt
- •1 cup water
- •2 tbsp oil
Notes
- •For extra flavour, add chopped coriander leaves to the batter.
- •Adjust the amount of chilli powder to suit your heat preference.
- •Store any leftovers in an airtight container, reheating in an oven to maintain crispness.
- •Serve with chutney or ketchup for dipping.
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