Crispy Drumstick Flower Pakoras: A Healthy & Flavorful Bengali Snack
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About Crispy Drumstick Flower Pakoras: A Healthy & Flavorful Bengali Snack
Discover the delicious and healthy world of Bengali cuisine with this recipe for crispy Drumstick Flower Pakoras! These pakoras are not only incredibly flavorful, combining the unique taste of drumstick flowers with warming spices, but also boast potential health benefits. Drumstick flowers are known for their antiviral and anti-pox properties, making this a delicious way to boost your immunity.This simple recipe brings together fresh drumstick flowers, vibrant green chilies, fragrant coriander, and a hint of asafoetida for a truly authentic taste. The pakoras are light, crispy, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, proving that healthy eating can be incredibly satisfying.Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, yet extraordinary, Bengali delicacy. The perfect blend of flavors and textures will leave you wanting more!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep10 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Pakoras
- 250 gm Drumstick and roughly chopped, cleaned flowers, fresh
- 150 gm Gram Flour besan
- 3-4 Chili finely chopped, green
- 1 cup Coriander finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp Asafoetida hing
- 1 tsp Carom Seeds ajwain
- 2 tbsp Tomato Puree
- 1 tsp Turmeric haldi powder
- 1 tsp Curry Powder
- 1.5 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1/2 cup Water or as needed to adjust batter consistency
For Frying
- Vegetable Oil as needed, for deep frying
Instructions
Prepare the Batter
- Combine the drumstick flowers, gram flour, green chilies, coriander, asafoetida, tomato puree, turmeric powder, curry powder, salt, and water in a large bowl. Mix well until a smooth, slightly thick batter forms. Adjust the water to achieve the desired consistency. The batter should be thick enough to coat the pakoras but not so thick that it's difficult to fry.
Fry the Pakoras
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot enough (a small piece of batter should sizzle immediately), carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil.
Cook the Pakoras
- Fry the pakoras in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pakoras from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve Immediately
- Serve the hot, crispy Drumstick Flower Pakoras immediately with your favorite chutney or dip. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Pakoras
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red chili powder to the batter.
- Ensure the drumstick flowers are thoroughly cleaned and free of any insects before using them.
- Don't overcrowd the pan while frying; this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy pakoras.
- If you prefer a lighter pakora, you can shallow fry them instead of deep frying.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6.6gSodium: 855mgFiber: 1g
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Absolutely scrumptious! Thanks for the recipe.
Looks so delectable! Thanks for posting.
I’m excited to make this at home!
This is delightful! Thanks for the recipe.