Kakharu phula bhaja
Kakharu phula bhaja is a traditional Odia dish made with crispy fried pumpkin flowers. It is a popular delicacy in Odisha, India, and is typically enjoyed as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
- 16 fresh pumpkin flowers
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Water for batter
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Gently remove the stamen and sepals from the pumpkin flowers and wash them thoroughly. Allow them to dry completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Gradually add water to make a smooth batter with a coating consistency.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Dip each pumpkin flower into the batter, ensuring it is well coated.
- Carefully place the coated flower in the hot oil and fry until crispy and golden brown. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Remove the fried pumpkin flowers using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Serve the crispy Kakharu phula bhaja hot as a snack or side dish. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 119kcal (6%)Carbohydrates: 18g (6%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 2g (3%)Saturated Fat: 0.2g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 24mg (1%)Potassium: 279mg (8%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 242IU (5%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 18mg (2%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
