Gluten-Free Paneer Pakoda
Satisfy your cravings with these irresistible **Gluten-Free Paneer Pakodas**, a crispy and flavorful Indian snack perfect for any occasion! Made with protein-packed chickpea flour and a touch of rice flour for extra crunch, these batter-fried paneer cubes are spiced to perfection with bold flavors like garam masala, carom seeds, and red chili powder. Free from gluten yet bursting with taste, this recipe is ideal for those following a gluten-free diet. The golden, crunchy exterior pairs beautifully with the soft, creamy paneer inside, making them a crowd-pleasing vegetarian appetizer. Serve them hot with your favorite chutneys, such as mint or tamarind, and watch them disappear in no time. Quick and easy to make, these gluten-free fritters are a must-try snack for your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Paneer
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)
- 2 tablespoons Rice flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Carom seeds (Ajwain)
- 0.75 cup Water
- 500 milliliters Oil
Instructions
Cut the paneer into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, baking soda, salt, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, and carom seeds.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while stirring continuously, ensuring no lumps form, until a smooth batter is achieved. The batter should be thick enough to coat the paneer cubes.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Dip each paneer cube into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
Carefully drop the batter-coated paneer cubes into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry the paneer pakodas until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per batch.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the pakodas from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the gluten-free paneer pakodas hot, with chutney or sauce of your choice, such as mint chutney or tamarind sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5383 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 528.8 g | 678% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 3460 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.3 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1512 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1453 mg | 31% | |
*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.
