Low Fat Bread Pakora
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of *Low Fat Bread Pakora*, a healthy twist on the classic Indian snack! This guilt-free recipe swaps deep frying for baking, delivering the same satisfying crunch and vibrant taste with minimal oil. Whole wheat bread slices are coated in a spiced gram flour (besan) batter infused with aromatic cumin, zesty ginger, and fresh coriander, then baked to golden perfection. With the addition of baking powder for a light texture and low-fat cooking spray for crispiness, these pakoras are perfect for those watching calories without compromising flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome, vegetarian appetizer or teatime snack pairs beautifully with tangy green chutney or creamy yogurt dip. Perfect for entertaining or cozy evenings, it’s a deliciously smart way to enjoy comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Whole wheat bread slices
- 1 cup Gram flour (besan)
- 0.75 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 piece Green chili, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves, finely chopped
- 1 as needed Low-fat cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, baking powder, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and cumin seeds.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth, lump-free batter. The consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Add grated ginger, chopped green chili, and chopped coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.
Cut each slice of bread diagonally to make triangles.
Dip each bread triangle into the batter, ensuring both sides are coated evenly with the mixture.
Place the coated bread pieces on the prepared baking tray and lightly spray with low-fat cooking spray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the pakoras are golden brown and crisp, flipping them halfway through cooking.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve the low-fat bread pakoras warm with your choice of green chutney or yogurt dip for a delicious snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.1 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2023 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1429 mg | 30% | |
*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.
