Chicken Pakora
Crispy, golden fried chicken fritters with a hint of herbs, perfect as a snack or appetizer. Serve with ketchup for dipping.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 medium onion
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 tsp salt
- ¾ cup water
- 2 cup oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Dice the 1 lb chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces and finely chop the 1 medium onion and 0.5 cup cilantro.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the chicken, onion, cilantro, 1 cup gram flour, 1 tsp garam masala, and 1 tsp salt. Mix well.
- 3
Gradually add 0.75 cup water, stirring until a thick, sticky batter forms that coats the chicken. Let rest for 5 minutes.
- 4
Heat 2 cups oil in a deep pan over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles and floats, about 350°F.
- 5
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying in batches without crowding. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per batch.
- 6
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with ketchup.
Tools you’ll need
- large bowl
- deep pan or skillet
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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