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Chicken Pakora

This Chicken Pakora is a crispy, spiced delight! Perfect for snacking, it’s bursting with flavor and so easy to make!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Keyword: Crispy, Easy, Spicy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Batter:

  • 6 tablespoons gram flour (besan)
  • 3.5 tablespoons rice flour
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 0.75 teaspoon red chili powder adjust according to spice preference
  • 0.75 teaspoon garam masala powder
  • 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
  • 2 green chilies (chopped, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 sprigs curry leaves or 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 0.5 pound boneless chicken (cut into thin strips or bite-size cubes)
  • 1 egg white
  • 2 tablespoons water (add as needed)
  • Oil for deep frying
  • Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Step 1: Prepare the Chicken - Begin by cutting the boneless chicken into thin strips or bite-sized cubes.
  • Step 2: Marinate the Chicken - In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken with ginger-garlic paste, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Allow it to marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.
  • Step 3: Create the Batter - In another bowl, mix gram flour, rice flour, salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala powder. Add the egg white and enough water to form a thick batter.
  • Step 4: Add Vegetables and Herbs - Fold in the chopped onion, green chilies, and curry leaves or cilantro into the batter.
  • Step 5: Coat the Chicken - Add the marinated chicken pieces into the batter and mix until well-coated.
  • Step 6: Heat the Oil - In a deep fryer or heavy pot, heat enough oil for deep frying over medium heat.
  • Step 7: Fry the Pakoras - Carefully drop spoonfuls of batter-coated chicken into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Step 8: Drain and Garnish - Using a slotted spoon, remove the pakoras from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Deep fryer or heavy pot
  • Slotted Spoon
  • Paper Towels

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust the spices based on your preference.
  • The marination process is key to infusing flavor into the chicken.
  • Add a tablespoon of corn flour to the batter for extra crunch.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture; pakoras can lose their crunch if left to sit.