Vij’S Buttermilk Pakoras Recipe

Name: Vij’S Buttermilk Pakoras
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets; 10 ounces russet potatoes (approx 1 large); 1 red onion, sliced lengthwise (I then half those slices again); 3 1/2 cups chickpea flour (besan); 2 1/2 cups buttermilk; 3 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (I take out the seeds); 3 tablespoons ground coriander; 3 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon mango powder (amchur); 1 teaspoon turmeric; 2 tablespoons salt (I use 1 tablespoon and a bit); vegetable oil, for deep-frying

Servings: persons

1 lb cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets
10 ounces russet potatoes (approx 1 large)
1 red onion, sliced lengthwise (I then half those slices again)
3 1/2 cups chickpea flour (besan)
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
3 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped (I take out the seeds)
3 tablespoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon mango powder (amchur)
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons salt (I use 1 tablespoon and a bit)
vegetable oil, for deep-frying

1
Wash the cauliflower in a colander; allow to drain for approx 15 minutes (the vegetables need to be very dry otherwise the extra water will make the batter runny).
2
Peel and wash the potatoes, cut in half and cut each half in thin slices (I quarter the potato).
3
In a large mixing bowl combine the chickpea flour, buttermilk, peppers, coriander, cumin, mango powder, turmeric and salt, using your hands.
4
Make sure everything is well combined and that there are no lumps of chickpea flour left.
5
Now add the cauliflower, potatoes and the red onion.
6
It should be all sticking together.
7
To test the right thickness, take a spoonful and drop it from an 8-10 inch height back into the mixing bowl, the ball should remain its shape for a few seconds.
8
If too runny add some more chickpea flour, 2 tablespoons at the time and no more then 4.
9
Heat the oil, test with a drop of batter, when it floats to the top in a few seconds and is sizzling, the oil is hot enough.
10
Drop approx 2-inch balls (they will not be round, and I use two tablespoons to do this) into the oil and fry for approx 2 1/2 minutes or until golden brown.
11
Drain on paper towels.

1562

kcal

Calories

118

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets, 10 ounces russet potatoes (approx 1 large), 1 red onion, sliced lengthwise (I then half those slices again), 3 1/2 cups chickpea flour (besan), and more.

Yes, Vij’S Buttermilk Pakoras 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.

Vij’S Buttermilk Pakoras

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