Pakora Indian Vegetable Fritters are a beloved street food snack made by coating sliced or shredded vegetables in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-frying until golden and crispy. These savory fritters are perfect served with mint chutney or yogurt sauce and a squeeze of lemon.
Ingredients:
1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
1/4 cup rice flour (for extra crispiness)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste)
Salt to taste
1/2 cup water (adjust as needed for batter consistency)
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup grated carrot
1/2 cup chopped spinach
2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Oil for deep frying
Lemon wedges and chutney or yogurt dip for serving
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