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Chicken pakora recipe
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Chicken Pakora Recipe

Chicken Pakora is an easy and delicious appetizer or snack that’s perfect for tea time or especially for Iftar in Ramadan.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Pakistani, Pakistani/Indian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 173kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup besan gram flour
  • 2 tablespoons corn flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chaat masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon zeera cumin seeds roasted & crushed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dhania coriander seeds roasted & crushed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander roughly chopped
  • Water as needed
  • 450 grams boneless chicken cut into 1 inch cubes
  • Cooking oil for frying

Instructions

To Make the Chicken Pakora Batter

  • In a mixing bowl, add the besan, corn flour, spices, coriander and mix well.
  • Gradually add water, until a thick batter has formed.
  • Add the chicken pieces and mix well.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes or so, before frying. Alternately, you can store in the fridge in an airtight container for 5-6 hours to fry.

To Fry

  • In a wok, heat oil to medium high heat.
  • Add a little batter to the oil, if it sizzles and floats up immediately, the oil is at the correct temperature.
  • Add chicken pieces into the oil, about 6-7 pieces, at a time. Fry for a few minutes about 3-4 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Transfer to a kitchen paper lined plate, to drain the excess oil.
  • Serve immediately with your favourite sauce. Yum!

Nutrition

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 488mg | Potassium: 447mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 31IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg