Onion Pakoras are a popular Indian snack that is made with sliced onions and spices, coated in a batter made with chickpea flour, and deep-fried until crispy. Here’s how to make it:
Ingredients:
- 2 medium-sized onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup chickpea flour
- 2 tablespoons rice flour
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- Water, as needed
- Oil, for frying
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, coriander powder, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt.
- Add water gradually and mix until you get a thick batter.
- Add the sliced onions to the batter and mix well.
- Heat oil in a frying pan on medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil on a paper towel.
- Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.
Both of these fried Indian snack recipes are perfect for a quick and tasty treat, especially on a rainy day or as an appetizer for a party. Enjoy!
