Indian-Style Crunchy Pakora
A crispy and flavorful Indian snack made with a variety of ingredients. Enjoy with a warm cup of chai.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Pakora Mix (available at most Indian grocery stores)You can also make your own mix using a combination of flour, cornstarch, and spices
- ●2 cups Vegetable OilFor frying the pakora
- ●1 medium OnionThinly sliced
- ●1 medium PotatoThinly sliced
- ●1 cup shredded CheeseFor added flavor and texture
- ●2 tablespoons Hot SauceFor an extra kick (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Once the oil is hot, add a small piece of pakora mix to test the temperature.
- 3
If it sizzles and rises to the surface, it's ready to fry.
- 4
Add the sliced onion and potato to the oil and fry until they are golden brown.
- 5
Remove the onion and potato from the oil with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 6
Add the shredded cheese to the oil and fry until it's melted and crispy.
- 7
Add the fried onion and potato back to the oil and stir well.
- 8
Add the hot sauce (if using) and stir well.
- 9
Using a slotted spoon, remove the pakora from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 10
Serve the pakora hot with a side of warm chai or your favorite dipping sauce.