Try this mouthwatering Cauliflower Pakoda recipe for a tasty snack time treat

Cauliflower Pakoda is a popular Indian snack made from cauliflower florets coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried until crispy. It is a variation of the traditional pakoda, which is a deep-fried snack made with vegetables, gram flour, and spices. 

Cauliflower pakoda is typically served with chutney or ketchup and is a popular street food in India. It is a delicious and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

This snack is easy to prepare and doesn’t take much time to make. If you are looking for a quick snack to serve your guests, cauliflower pakoras are the perfect choice.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium-sized cauliflower
• 1 cup chickpea flour
• 1/4 cup rice flour
• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1/2 tsp garam masala powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• Salt to taste
• Oil for deep-frying
• Water as required

Preparation:

1. Clean and cut cauliflower into small florets.
2. In a mixing bowl, add chickpea flour, rice flour, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix all the ingredients well.
3. Gradually add water to make a thick batter. Make sure that there are no lumps in the batter.
4. Heat oil in a deep pan or kadhai on medium flame.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Dip each cauliflower floret in the batter, making sure it is coated well.
2. Carefully drop the cauliflower floret into the hot oil.
3. Fry the pakoras until they turn golden brown and crispy.
4. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pakoras from the oil and place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil.
5. Repeat the process for the remaining cauliflower florets.
6. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.

Tips for making the best cauliflower pakoras:

1. Make sure that the cauliflower florets are dried well before dipping them into the batter. This will help the batter to stick to the cauliflower florets.
2. Add water gradually to the batter to avoid a runny batter.
3. Use fresh oil for deep frying. Do not reuse oil for frying the pakoras.
4. Fry the pakoras on medium flame to ensure that they are cooked evenly.
5. Do not overcrowd the pan while frying the pakoras. Fry in small batches.

Serving Suggestions:

Cauliflower pakoras can be served as a snack or as a side dish. They are perfect to serve with tea or coffee. You can also serve them as an appetizer before the main course. These pakoras go well with mint chutney, tamarind chutney, or tomato ketchup.

Cauliflower pakoras are a popular snack that is enjoyed by many people. They are easy to prepare and can be made in no time. This recipe is perfect for those who want to make a quick snack for their guests. You can also make this snack for your family as an evening snack. Try out this recipe and impress your guests with your culinary skills.