Low Fat Crispy Vegetable Pakoras
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Fat Crispy Vegetable Pakoras, a healthy twist on a beloved Indian snack. Packed with vibrant vegetables like shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and green bell peppers, these baked pakoras are infused with aromatic spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric for a burst of authentic flavor. Instead of deep frying, this recipe uses a light drizzle of olive oil and a non-stick cooking spray to achieve that irresistible crunch while keeping the fat content low. Perfect as a delicious appetizer or snack, these golden brown pakoras are served straight from the oven and pair beautifully with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce. If you're searching for a healthier take on crispy fritters, look no further than this wholesome, baked rendition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chickpea flour
- 0.75 cup Water
- 1 cup Cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 medium Carrot, grated
- 1 small Onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Green bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Frozen peas, thawed
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1 medium Green chili, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, water, cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix until smooth to form a batter.
Add shredded cabbage, grated carrot, sliced onion, sliced bell pepper, thawed peas, cilantro, grated ginger, green chili, and baking soda to the batter. Mix until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and gently fold it in to combine.
Using your hands, scoop small portions of the mixture and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pakoras are golden brown and crispy around the edges. Flip them halfway through the baking time to ensure even crispness.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
Serve hot with your choice of chutney or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.2 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2859 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.9 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.1 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2141 mg | 46% | |
*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.
