Bread Pakoda

Name: Bread Pakoda
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup besan; Salt to taste; 0.25 tsp turmeric powder; 0.5 tsp red chilli powder; 0.5 tsp carom seeds; Water as required; 1 pinch baking soda; 2 boiled potatoes; 1 chopped onion; 1 chopped capsicum; 1 grated carrot; 1 in grated ginger; 2 chopped green chilli; Salt to taste; 1 tsp red chilli powder; 0.5 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp chat masala; 1 tsp garam masala; Chopped coriander leaves; Green chutney (optional); Tomato ketchup

Bread Pakoda is a popular Indian snack that is perfect for evening tea-time cravings. This recipe combines a flavorful potato stuffing with a crispy gram flour batter to create a delicious treat. You can watch the detailed recipe on my YouTube channel, Tripti Home Kitchen. The link is in my bio.

chopped green chilli

Chopped coriander leaves

Green chutney (optional)

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Step 1

Sift the gram flour into a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, carom seeds, and water to the gram flour.

Step 3

Mix well to form a smooth batter and add a pinch of baking soda.

Step 4

Set the batter aside for 5 minutes.

Step 1

Mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, capsicum, grated carrot, grated ginger, chopped green chilies, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, garam masala, and chopped coriander leaves.

Step 3

Mix everything well to form the stuffing.

Step 1

Heat a pan and grease it lightly with oil.

Step 2

Dip a slice of bread into the batter and coat it evenly.

Step 3

Place the coated bread on the pan and cook until the top layer dries.

Step 4

Brush some oil on top and flip the bread to cook the other side.

Step 5

Spread green chutney and tomato ketchup on the cooked side of the bread.

Step 6

Add the prepared potato stuffing on top and fold the bread to form a pakoda.

Step 7

Cook for a few more minutes until golden and crispy.

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Ensure the batter is smooth and lump-free for even coating.

Adjust the spice levels in the stuffing according to your preference.

Serve the bread pakoda hot for the best taste and texture.

Can I use whole wheat bread instead of white bread?

Yes, you can use whole wheat bread for a healthier option.

Can I skip the green chutney and tomato ketchup?

Yes, you can skip them or replace them with other sauces of your choice.

How do I make the batter crispy?

Adding a pinch of baking soda to the batter helps make it crispy.

Can I add other vegetables to the stuffing?

Yes, you can add vegetables like peas or corn to the stuffing for added flavor.

How do I store leftover bread pakodas?

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat them in an oven or pan before serving.

chopped green chilli

Chopped coriander leaves

Green chutney (optional)

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Step 1

Sift the gram flour into a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add salt, turmeric powder, red chili powder, carom seeds, and water to the gram flour.

Step 3

Mix well to form a smooth batter and add a pinch of baking soda.

Step 4

Set the batter aside for 5 minutes.

Step 1

Mash the boiled potatoes in a bowl.

Step 2

Add chopped onion, capsicum, grated carrot, grated ginger, chopped green chilies, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, garam masala, and chopped coriander leaves.

Step 3

Mix everything well to form the stuffing.

Step 1

Heat a pan and grease it lightly with oil.

Step 2

Dip a slice of bread into the batter and coat it evenly.

Step 3

Place the coated bread on the pan and cook until the top layer dries.

Step 4

Brush some oil on top and flip the bread to cook the other side.

Step 5

Spread green chutney and tomato ketchup on the cooked side of the bread.

Step 6

Add the prepared potato stuffing on top and fold the bread to form a pakoda.

Step 7

Cook for a few more minutes until golden and crispy.

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Ensure the batter is smooth and lump-free for even coating.

Adjust the spice levels in the stuffing according to your preference.

Serve the bread pakoda hot for the best taste and texture.

Can I use whole wheat bread instead of white bread?

Yes, you can use whole wheat bread for a healthier option.

Can I skip the green chutney and tomato ketchup?

Yes, you can skip them or replace them with other sauces of your choice.

How do I make the batter crispy?

Adding a pinch of baking soda to the batter helps make it crispy.

Can I add other vegetables to the stuffing?

Yes, you can add vegetables like peas or corn to the stuffing for added flavor.

How do I store leftover bread pakodas?

Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat them in an oven or pan before serving.

Bread Pakoda

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Ingredients

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Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Carbs

13.3g (4.84%)

Sugars

1.8g (3.54%)

Healthy Fat

1.1g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Bread Pakoda

Prepare the batter

Prepare the stuffing

Assemble and cook the bread pakoda

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Carbs

13.3g (4.84%)

Sugars

1.8g (3.54%)

Healthy Fat

1.1g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

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Bread Pakoda

Stuck mid-recipe?

Ingredients

For batter

For stuffing

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Carbs

13.3g (4.84%)

Sugars

1.8g (3.54%)

Healthy Fat

1.1g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

How to make Bread Pakoda

Prepare the batter

Prepare the stuffing

Assemble and cook the bread pakoda

Want to keep this recipe for later? We can email it to you!

Nutrition (per serving)

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

89.0kcal (4.45%)

Protein

5.4g (10.8%)

Carbs

13.3g (4.84%)

Sugars

1.8g (3.54%)

Healthy Fat