Ready in

30 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

2-3 People

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~450 kcal

Spicy Level

Recipe by Sunny Ka Zayka on YouTube
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All Ingredients

For Spinach Fritters (Pakora)

All Ingredients

For Chaat Assembly

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Spinach Leaves

    Take freshly washed and dried spinach leaves. Ensure there is no water on the leaves to achieve maximum crispiness when frying.

  2. Prepare the Batter

    In a bowl, combine 1 cup gram flour (besan), 1/4 cup rice flour, salt as per taste, and 1 teaspoon red chilli powder. Gradually add water while to form a smooth, thin paste. The consistency should be thin enough to coat the spinach leaves lightly.

  3. Deep Fry Spinach Fritters

    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Dip each spinach leaf into the prepared batter, ensuring it's fully coated. Carefully place the coated leaves into the hot oil. Fry, flipping occasionally with tongs, until both sides are golden brown and crispy. This should take about per batch. Remove the fried leaves and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil. Repeat for all spinach leaves.

  4. Prepare Sweetened Curd

    In a separate bowl, take 1 cup curd. Add 1/2 teaspoon powdered sugar and a pinch of salt. well until smooth and slightly sweetened. This will balance the spicy and tangy flavors of the chaat.

  5. Assemble the Chaat

    Arrange the crispy spinach fritters on a serving plate. Drizzle a generous amount of the sweetened curd over the fritters. Then, add spoonfuls of coriander chutney and tamarind chutney evenly over the curd.

  6. Garnish and Serve

    Sprinkle red chilli powder and rock salt over the chutneys. Top with finely chopped onions and a generous amount of sev. Finally, garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispiness.

Before You Cook

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  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)
  • No Tamarind paste?

    • 1 tbsp lime juice + 1 tbsp brown sugar (per 1 tbsp paste)
    • Pomegranate molasses (1:1)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
AllergensThis recipe contains dairy.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add a pinch of bakingCustomise

    Add a pinch of baking soda to the batter for extra crispiness.

  • Experiment with different toppings like

    Experiment with different toppings like boiled chickpeas or pomegranate seeds for added flavor and texture.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipEnsure Spinach Leaves Are Completely

    Ensure spinach leaves are completely dry before dipping in batter for maximum crispiness.

  • TipMaintain Medium Heat While Frying

    Maintain medium heat while frying to ensure the pakoras cook evenly and become crispy without burning.

  • Flavour tipAdjust the Amount of Chutneys

    Adjust the amount of chutneys and spices according to your personal taste preference.

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