Vegan Paneer Pakoda
Discover the irresistible magic of Vegan Paneer Pakoda—a flavorful twist on the classic paneer pakoda, made entirely plant-based! This recipe swaps traditional paneer for firm tofu, which mimics the soft, creamy texture of paneer while remaining vegan-friendly. Each tofu cube is lovingly coated in a spiced batter made from chickpea flour, rice flour, and aromatic Indian spices like garam masala, cumin, and chat masala. After a golden fry, these crispy delights emerge as the perfect blend of crunch and bold flavor, ideal for serving as a snack or appetizer. Paired with mint chutney or ketchup, Vegan Paneer Pakoda is a crowd-pleaser that celebrates the vibrant essence of Indian street food while catering to modern dietary preferences. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for anyone craving a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on authenticity or taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Firm tofu
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
- 2 tablespoons Rice flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chat masala
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.75 cup Water
- 500 ml Oil for deep frying
Instructions
Drain and press the tofu to remove excess water. Cut the tofu into 1-inch cubes.
In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, cumin powder, chat masala, and salt.
Add baking soda to the flour mix. Slowly add water little by little while stirring to make a smooth and thick batter. The batter should coat the tofu cubes without dripping excessively.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Dip each tofu cube into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated, and gently drop it into the hot oil. Do not crowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
Fry the tofu cubes until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch.
Remove the pakodas from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Serve hot with mint chutney or ketchup as an accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 528.6 g | 678% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.4 g | 367% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1732 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.6 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 73.0 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 718 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1792 mg | 38% | |
*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.
