Savory Onion Pakoda Recipe
Introduction
Onion pakodas are a popular Indian snack that are crispy and crunchy on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside. They're the perfect snack to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee, and they're also a great appetizer to serve at parties. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make the perfect onion pakodas that are sure to be a hit with your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of besan (gram flour)
- 2 tbsp of rice flour
- 1 tsp of salt
- 1 tsp of red chili powder
- 1 tsp of cumin seeds
- 1 tsp of ajwain seeds
- 1/2 tsp of baking soda
- Water as needed
- Oil for frying
Step-by-Step Recipe
- In a large bowl, combine the besan, rice flour, salt, red chili powder, cumin seeds, ajwain seeds, and baking soda. Mix well.
- Slowly add water to the bowl, a little at a time, until the mixture forms a thick batter. Make sure the batter is not too runny or too thick.
- In a separate bowl, add the sliced onions and mix them with the batter until they're well coated.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until it's hot.
- Using your hands, take small portions of the batter-coated onions and drop them into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the pakodas until they're golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain the excess oil.
- Repeat the process until all the batter and onions have been used up.
- Serve the pakodas hot with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy!
Conclusion
Onion pakodas are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that are sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer or just snacking on them, they're the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. Give this recipe a try and see for yourself why onion pakodas are so popular!
