A delicious and spicy Indian snack made with a potato filling on bread, dipped in gram flour batter and fried to perfection.
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In a bowl, combine boiled and mashed potatoes, salt, coriander powder, garam masala, chaat masala, chopped onion, chopped green chilli, and chopped coriander.
Mix the ingredients well to form a uniform mixture.
In another bowl, mix gram flour, salt, red chilli powder, and turmeric powder.
Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring continuously to form a smooth batter.
Spread the potato filling evenly on each slice of bread.
Cut each slice of bread with filling into half.
Dip each piece into the gram flour batter, ensuring it is coated well.
Deep fry the coated bread pieces in hot oil until golden brown.
Remove from oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Ensure the gram flour batter is smooth and free of lumps for even coating.
Adjust the spices in the potato filling according to your taste preference.
Serve hot with mint chutney or ketchup for added flavor.
Can I skip the chaat masala?
Yes, you can skip the chaat masala if you prefer a less tangy flavor.
What type of bread should I use?
You can use any type of bread, but white or whole wheat bread works best.
Can I make the potato filling in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the potato filling a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
Is there a gluten-free option for this recipe?
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free bread.
How can I make the pakoras spicier?
Add more chopped green chillies or increase the amount of red chilli powder in the batter.