Bread Pakora
Crispy golden bread pakora with a soft, flavorful inside – authentic Indian street-style snack perfect for breakfast or tea time.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 290kcal
Cost: $2.70
Equipment
- 1 Large mixing bowl For batter
- 1 Whisk or fork To mix batter
- 1 Deep frying pan / kadhai For frying
- 1 Slotted spoon To drain pakoras
- Some Paper towels / wire rack To remove excess oil
- 1 Sharp knife & cutting board For bread prep
- Set Measuring cups/spoons For accuracy
Ingredients
- 6–8 slices Bread White or whole wheat
- 1 cup Gram flour (besan) Main batter
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder Adjust to taste
- Salt To taste
- 2 Green chilies Finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon Coriander leaves Chopped
- 1 pinch Baking soda Light texture
- As needed Water For batter
- As needed Oil For deep frying
Instructions
- Mix gram flour, spices, chilies, coriander, baking soda; whisk in water until smooth batter forms.
- Cut bread into triangles; optionally stuff with spiced potato or paneer.
- Warm oil; test with a drop of batter – it should sizzle and rise.
- Coat bread slices fully in batter.
- Cook until golden-brown on both sides; drain on paper towels or rack.
- Enjoy hot with green chutney or ketchup.
Notes
Stuff with spicy potato mash, paneer, or even cheese for delicious variations. Serve immediately for the crispiest texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 120g | Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 390mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2.2mg