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Banana Pakora
Banana pakora
Banana pakora is a delicious Indian snack where ripe bananas are coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter and then deep-fried until golden and crispy. It’s a sweet and savory treat that’s perfect for enjoying as a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Water (as needed)
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Peel and slice the bananas into medium-thin slices.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder, and salt.
- Gradually add water to the dry ingredients to form a smooth batter with a thick consistency.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Dip each banana slice into the batter, making sure it is coated evenly.
- Carefully place the coated banana slices into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy. Be sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Remove the fried banana pakoras with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 174kcal (9%)Carbohydrates: 32g (11%)Protein: 8g (16%)Fat: 2g (3%)Saturated Fat: 0.3g (2%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 25mg (1%)Potassium: 491mg (14%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 10g (11%)Vitamin A: 131IU (3%)Vitamin C: 5mg (6%)Calcium: 26mg (3%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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