Palak Pakora

Palak Pakora is a hot and crisp Indian fritter prepared with chopped spinach. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve the fritters immediately while the outside is crisp. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Palak Pakora

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Deep-Frying, Mixing Cuisine: Indian Courses: Appetizer Recipe Keys: F Four servings I Indian recipe P Palak Pakora

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 45 mins

Calories: 225

Description

A hot and crisp Indian fritter prepared with chopped spinach.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 4 cups spinach leaves
• washed
• dried
• and chopped
• 1 ¹⁄₄ cups gram flour
• 2 tablespoons rice flour
• ³⁄₄ cup water
• added gradually
• 1 teaspoon crushed coriander seeds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon red chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon melted ghee
• ³⁄₄ teaspoon salt
• oil for deep-frying
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger

Instructions

1. Prepare the chopped spinach and place the main ingredient in a mixing bowl.
2. Add the flours, spices, melted ghee, salt, and enough water to make a thick coating batter.
3. Keep the mixture aside for 10 minutes so the flavours settle.
4. Heat the oil in a deep kadai over medium heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking.
5. Drop or place small portions of the coated chopped spinach into the oil without crowding the kadai.
6. Fry until crisp and evenly golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain the extra oil.
7. Serve immediately with green chutney or tomato chutney..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 225kcal

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