Crispy Palak Pakore: Monsoon Special Snack For Tea-Time

By Garima Johar

July 17, 2026

Thin and crispy palak pakore are the perfect snacks to munch on a rainy day paired with a hot cup of chai. In 5 steps, you can make crunchy fritters with the green leafy vegetable and serve them with chutney.

Ingredients

1 bunch fresh spinach 1 cup besan 1/4 cup water 1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder 1/4 teaspoon garam masala Salt to taste Oil for frying

Step 1

Rinse and finely chop a bunch of spinach.

Step 2

Mix besan, red chilli powder, haldi, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt.

Step 3

Add water and mix till you get a smooth batter. Coat chopped spinach with the batter.

Step 4

Heat some oil and deep-fry small portions of the spinach mixture.

Step 5

Once golden brown, take the palak pakore out, drain excess oil, and serve.