Spiced Onion Pakoras
Spiced Onion Pakoras are crispy, golden fritters made with thinly sliced onions, gram flour, and aromatic spices. This quick and easy Indian snack is perfect for tea-time or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Spiced Onion Pakoras are a delicious and crispy snack made from thinly sliced onions coated in a spiced batter and deep-fried to perfection. This popular dish combines the sweetness of onions with the warmth of spices like chili powder, garlic, and black pepper, resulting in a savory treat with a satisfying crunch. Perfect as an appetizer or tea-time snack, these pakoras are loved for their golden, crispy exterior and flavorful, tender interior. Serve them hot with chutney or dipping sauce for a delightful experience!
Ingredients
- 450g onion, chopped
- 1 egg
- 2/3 tsp baking powder
- 2/3 tsp baking soda
- 1/5 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/3 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 50g corn starch
- 150g water
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
Directions
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Chop the onion and set it aside.
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In a mixing bowl, beat the egg. Add baking powder, baking soda, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, chili powder, all-purpose flour, corn starch, and water. Mix until you form a smooth batter.
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Add the chopped onion to the batter, mixing until the onion is well-coated.
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Heat oil in a pan. Drop spoonfuls of the onion batter into the pan, flattening each slightly to form a small cake. Fry until golden brown on both sides.
