Dairy-Free Crispy Vegetable Pakoras
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and vibrant flavors of these Dairy-Free Crispy Vegetable Pakoras, a vegan-friendly twist on a classic Indian snack. Perfectly spiced with turmeric, garam masala, and cumin, these fritters are made from a gluten-free gram flour base and loaded with fresh vegetables like potatoes, carrots, spinach, and onions. Lightly bound with a spiced batter and fried to golden perfection, these pakoras deliver a crispy bite with every mouthful. Ideal as an appetizer or snack, they pair beautifully with tangy chutneys or a drizzle of lemon juice for a burst of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, these pakoras are a quick and delightful treat for any gathering or cozy evening at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Gram flour (besan)
- 150 milliliters Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds (crushed)
- 1 piece Potato (medium, thinly sliced)
- 1 piece Carrot (medium, grated)
- 100 grams Spinach leaves (roughly chopped)
- 1 piece Onion (medium, thinly sliced)
- 1 piece Green chili (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine gram flour, salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin seeds, and crushed coriander seeds.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth and thick batter without lumps.
Add thinly sliced potato, grated carrot, chopped spinach, sliced onion, chopped green chili, and fresh coriander leaves to the batter.
Mix the vegetables in the batter ensuring they are well coated. Add baking powder and fold it into the batter.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
To check if the oil is hot enough, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the top immediately.
Using a tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of the vegetable batter carefully into the hot oil, frying in small batches.
Fry the pakoras, turning occasionally, for about 4-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Once cooked, remove the pakoras with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.
Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.
Serve hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 517.1 g | 663% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.1 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2891 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.5 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.2 g | ||
| Protein | 64.3 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3885 mg | 83% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
