Bajra Pakora (Pearl Millet Fritters) Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a mixing bowl, combine bajra flour, chopped onions, green chilies, ginger, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
• STEP 2.Gradually add water to the mixture and mix well to form a thick batter.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai for frying.
• STEP 4.Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 5.Remove the pakoras from the oil and drain excess oil on a kitchen towel.
• STEP 6.Serve hot with mint chutney or tomato ketchup.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the batter is thick enough to hold its shape when dropped into the oil.
• You can add finely chopped vegetables like spinach or grated carrots to the batter for added flavor and nutrition.
• Fry the pakoras in small batches to ensure even cooking and crispiness.

Storage and Serving

• Bajra pakoras are best served hot and crispy.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the pakoras in a preheated oven or toaster oven to regain their crispiness.