Spinach Pakora (Fritters) Recipe

Name: Spinach Pakora (Fritters)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups gram flour (besan); 1/2 cup rice flour; 10 ounces chopped spinach; 2 chopped onions; 2 potatoes, chopped or grated; oil (for frying, about 2-inch deep in a wok); Seasonings; 1 teaspoon crushed green chili pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder; 1 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon mango powder; 1 teaspoon crushed pomegranate seeds (optional); 1 teaspoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

3 cups gram flour (besan)
1/2 cup rice flour
10 ounces chopped spinach
2 chopped onions
2 potatoes, chopped or grated
oil (for frying, about 2-inch deep in a wok)
Seasonings
1 teaspoon crushed green chili pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons coriander powder
1 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon mango powder
1 teaspoon crushed pomegranate seeds (optional)
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

1
Sift the gram flour.
2
Mix all the ingredients (except oil), to make a smooth and thick (almost like dough) batter.
3
Cover and let it stand for 1/2 hour.
4
Sprinkle little water if needed.
5
(If using frozen spinach, thaw before using.) Blend in all the seasonings (except salt) and mix well.
6
(You may chill the batter in the refrigerator for about 2 hours or more until it can be handled.) Mix in salt when ready to cook.
7
Heat the oil in a deep skillet or wok on medium to high heat.
8
For each pakora, scoop a heaped teaspoon of the batter, and with a second spoon, scrape the mixture into the hot oil.
9
Put the'pakoras' in a single layer in the skillet.
10
Fry, turning them with a slotted flat spatula, until all sides become golden brown.
11
(Regulate the heat as needed while the'pakoras' are being fried.) Remove and drain on paper towels or brown paper bag lined with plastic.
12
Fry all the'pakoras' this way.
13
Serve hot with any chutney.
14
Variation: Add 1 cup corn kernels to the mixture for extra crispness.
15
May also add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to ensure softness.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups gram flour (besan), 1/2 cup rice flour, 10 ounces chopped spinach, 2 chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Spinach Pakora (Fritters) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spinach Pakora (Fritters)

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