Onion Pakora

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Pakora, also known as Pakoda is a popular Indian snack where onions are coated in a spiced gram flour (besan) batter and deep-fried to crispy perfection.

You need:

2 cups sliced onion

½ tsp grated ginger

½ tsp grated garlic

2 tbsp finely grated coriander leaves

1-2 finely chopped green chilies

¼ tsp turmeric powder

½ cup besan (Gram flour)

1 tbsp rice powder

Water if needed

Salt to taste

Refined oil for frying

Method:

  1. Slice onions thinly, add ½ tsp salt, and gently squeeze.
  2. Let it sit for 10 minutes, squeezing occasionally, to release the onion juice.

3. Meanwhile, prepare the aromatics: grate garlic and ginger, chop green chilies and coriander leaves.

4. Mix them with the onions and put it aside for about 5-10 minutes.

5. Add besan (gram flour), rice powder, and turmeric powder.

6. Mix well, using the released onion juice to bind the mixture. If needed, add 1-2 tsp water.

7. Let it stand for a few minutes. (If it is too dry, add water with a teaspoon one spoon at a time.) The mixture should look as in the picture.

8. Heat oil to medium heat.

9. Take half a dessert spoon of the mixture and gently release it into the heated oil with the help of another spoon. Don’t overcrowd.

10. Fry in batches with a few at a time until both sides are golden brown.

Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce!

Happy cooking!

Coming up next ………The Onion Wrap-Up!

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9 thoughts on “Onion Pakora”

  5. Thank you for this beautifully written recipe. I loved how you used onion juice to bind the batter such a clever & sustainable touch. Your instructions were clear, your photos inviting & the whole post felt like a cozy kitchen moment😍

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