By Krati Purwar
June 16, 2025
Mirchi pakora or mirchi bajji is known across the country by different names. Prepared with large green chillies and stuffing of potatoes, it is a monsoon-special delight. Pair it with masala chai, and you will serve the best combination for brunch, breakfast, and snack. Note the step-by-step guide to make it.
For Stuffing 3 boiled potatoes Salt to taste 1 tsp coriander powder 1 tsp amchur powder 2 tbsp coriander leaves ½ tsp garam masala ½ tsp red chilli powder ¼ tsp pepper 1 tbsp lemon juice
For Mirchi Pakora 200 grams of green chillies 1 cup besan 3-4 tbsp water Salt to taste ½ tsp cumin powder ¼ tsp red chilli powder Oil for frying
Peel the boiled potatoes and mash them. Mix the potatoes with powdered spices.
Rinse the green chillies and slit them at the centre. You can de-seed them to tone down the heat.
Stuff the chillies with potato mixture and dip them in the besan batter.
Drop the besan-coated chillies into hot oil and deep-fry them until golden brown.
Serve the chillies with masala chai and enjoy.