Description
Crispy and flavorful vegetable pakoras made in the air fryer for a healthier twist on this classic Indian snack. Perfectly spiced and crunchy without deep frying.
Ingredients
1 cup chickpea flour (besan)
1/4 cup rice flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water
1 medium potato, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup cauliflower florets, chopped small
1/2 cup spinach leaves, chopped
1 green chili, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, baking powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while stirring to form a thick, smooth batter.
Add the sliced potato, onion, cauliflower, spinach, green chili, cilantro, and lemon juice to the batter. Mix well to coat all the vegetables evenly.
Preheat the air fryer to 360°F (180°C) for 5 minutes.
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Using a spoon, drop small portions of the batter-coated vegetables into the air fryer basket, making sure to leave space between each pakora for even cooking.
Lightly spray the tops of the pakoras with cooking spray.
Air fry the pakoras at 360°F (180°C) for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the pakoras from the air fryer and let them cool for 2 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes