Best 6 Pakorae Recipes
**Pakorae: A Culinary Journey Through New Zealand's Beloved Fritter**
Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with pakorae, New Zealand's iconic fritter that tantalizes taste buds with its crispy exterior and delectable fillings. These bite-sized morsels, often served as an appetizer or snack, hold a special place in Kiwi hearts. Discover the diverse range of pakorae recipes featured in this article, each offering a unique flavor profile to satisfy every palate. From classic potato pakorae to innovative variations like corn fritters and kumara fritters, this collection promises an unforgettable pakorae experience. Let's dive into the world of these beloved fritters and explore the culinary delights that await.
PAKORA RECIPE | VEGETABLE PAKORA
Mixed Vegetable pakora are veggie fritters made in South Indian style. They are addictive, aromatic, crunchy and a delicious snack. Serve them with cup of tea or mint chutney.
Provided by Swasthi
Categories Snack
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Wash the veggies and cut to thin 2 inch long strips. Check the pictures in the post.
- Add them to a bowl along with ginger garlic, green chilies (or chilli flakes), salt, garam masala, mint or other herbs. Mix well & squeeze them gently to release moisture. Keep aside for 10 mins.
- Add the gram flour, rice flour (or corn starch) along with ajwain (optional). Mix well to a slightly sticky dough. If the dough is too dry, sprinkle a few tablespoons of water and mix. It must be of a sticky dough consistency and not batter consistency.
- Taste test and add more salt, garam masala or green chilies.
- Heat oil in a deep pan on a medium heat. Test by dropping a small portion of dough, it must sizzle and come up but not brown. This is the right temperature.
- Take small portions of dough and flatten with your fingers to 1½ inch size portions and gently slide to the hot oil. You won't shape it or drop it in lumps.
- Regulate the flame to medium. Do not disturb for a minute or 2 until they firm up a bit. Then stir them and fry until golden, crisp and aromatic.
- Remove the vegetable pakoras to a cooling rack or steel colander. To make the next batch, ensure the oil is hot enough but not smoking hot. Fry in batches until you finish all of the prepared dough.
- Serve vegetable pakora hot with a cup of masala tea or green chutney.
- To keep them crispy for longer, place them on a wired rack in a low oven setting. You can also reheat them in air fryer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 33 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PAKORA
This pakora recipe from Jaswinder Gill produces perfectly spiced and crispy Indian snacks. Ideal for a family feast, serve with your favourite chutney
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Side dish, Snack, Starter
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 120C/100C fan/ gas 1/2. Make a paste by blitzing the chilli, ginger and tomato together, then set aside.
- Mix the gram flour with the spices. Add all the prepared vegetables and toss in the mix. Slowly add 150ml water until the batter coats the vegetables - they should be well coated, but not swimming in it.
- Add the tomato mixture and get your hands in there, mixing well until everything is incorporated. Add a little lemon juice and seasoning.
- Heat the oil to 180C. Take a handful of the mix and squeeze it into a loose little ball, to ensure the vegetables stick to each other when lowered in the oil. Use a spoon to carefully drop the ball into the oil.
- Fry for about 4 mins until golden and crispy, then taste to test for seasoning and consistency. You may also need to add a little water or gram our to the mixture at this point if your tester ball didn't hold together. Repeat, frying the remaining mixture in batches.
- Drain on kitchen paper and keep warm in the oven as you go. Serve immediately with chutney.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 35 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
PAKORAE
This is a really tasty snack we usually have in our country, with tea, on a rainy day. Besan is ground chick peas; it's also known as gram flour, and you can find it at Indian stores. Serve with ketchup or chili sauce for dipping.
Provided by Natasha
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the besan, water, salt, chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander seeds, onion, and jalapeno pepper until it forms a smooth mixture with no flour lumps.
- Heat the oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is sizzling hot, drop dough by tablespoonfuls, and fry until golden brown on each side. Drain on paper towels, and serve hot with ketchup or chili sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 298.2 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
CRISPY VEGETABLE PAKORAS
These are very yummy, and if any of you have ever had Japanese tempura coated veggies, you'll love this recipe. It's similar, yet it is unique in it's taste. Serve with a chili sauce, mint yogurt sauce, or sweet and sour sauce. Try other vegetables for dipping, such as sweet potatoes, broccoli and asparagus.
Provided by veggigoddess
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy
Time 25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sift the chickpea flour into a medium bowl. Mix in the coriander, salt, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala and garlic.
- Make a well in the center of the flower. Gradually pour the water into the well and mix to form a thick, smooth batter.
- Over medium high heat in a large, heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Coat the cauliflower and onions in the batter and fry them in small batches until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.9 g, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 406.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
BASIC BATTER FOR PAKORA FRITTERS
Make and share this Basic Batter for Pakora Fritters recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Salvador Vilchis
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 40-50 Fritters, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Sift the chick pea flor in to a medium bowl, add salt & baking soda & mix well.
- Add 1/3 cup water to make a smooth batter of medium consistency. If too thin, add more flour; f too thin, mix in some more water.
- Heat deep frying oil to 175 - 185°C.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.5, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 337.8, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 2.6
PAKORAS
Make and share this Pakoras recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Carol Bullock
Categories Asian
Time 17m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine flour and baking soda.
- Add cold water slowly.
- Stir until moistened.
- Add rest of ingredients but don't over-mix.
- Drop by tablespoonfuls into hot oil.
- Fry until both sides are golden brown.
- Caution: Don't put too much dough in at once, or it will turn out gooey in the middle.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.4, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 269.2, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.6
Tips:
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so they cook evenly.
- Use a light hand when mixing the batter to avoid overworking it.
- Heat the oil to the correct temperature before adding the pakorae to avoid sticking.
- Fry the pakorae in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Drain the pakorae on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the pakorae hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Pakorae are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of vegetables to choose from and endless dipping sauce possibilities, there is sure to be a pakorae recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy-to-make snack, give pakorae a try. You won't be disappointed!
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