High Protein Bread Pakora
Elevate your snacking game with this High Protein Bread Pakora recipe, a nutritious twist on the classic Indian street food favorite. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and whole wheat bread, this irresistible dish combines bold flavors with a crispy, golden exterior. The chickpea filling boasts aromatic spices like garam masala, turmeric, and red chili powder, blended with fresh cilantro, onion, and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Coated in a chickpea flour batter, each sandwich is deep-fried to perfection, creating a mouthwatering crunch with every bite. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying snack or a wholesome appetizer, these high protein bread pakoras are ideal for serving hot with your favorite chutneys or dipping sauces. Quick to prepare and loaded with nutrients, this recipe is perfect for health-conscious food lovers who crave indulgent yet balanced treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 Whole wheat bread slices
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
- 1 cup Cooked chickpeas
- 0.5 cup Chopped onion
- 2 Chopped green chilies
- 1 tablespoon Ginger-garlic paste
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Olive oil or vegetable oil for deep frying
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chickpea filling. In a medium bowl, mash the cooked chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
To the mashed chickpeas, add chopped onion, green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, chopped cilantro, red chili powder, garam masala, turmeric powder, salt, and lemon juice. Mix everything well and set aside.
Cut each whole wheat bread slice into two triangles.
For the batter, in a separate mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, salt, and water. Whisk until you have a smooth, thick batter without lumps.
Heat the olive oil or vegetable oil for deep frying in a deep-frying pan over medium heat.
Take a bread triangle, spread a generous portion of the chickpea filling on one side, and cover it with another bread triangle to form a sandwich.
Dip the bread sandwich into the chickpea batter, making sure it is coated evenly on all sides.
Carefully place the batter-coated sandwich into the hot oil. Fry until the bread pakora is golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Adjust the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
Remove the fried bread pakoras from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Continue the process with the remaining bread slices and filling.
Serve the high protein bread pakoras hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5939 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 524.1 g | 672% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.8 g | 369% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3567 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.4 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.7 g | 185% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.2 g | ||
| Protein | 83.2 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 622 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 3224 mg | 69% | |
*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.
