Mouthwatering Chili Mushroom Pakoras
Image by Courtesy of Masala Mamas
Image by Courtesy of Masala Mamas
Chili Mushroom Pakoras (Dumplings, or Tempura-fried Vegetables)
These delicious fried dumplings are a perfect snack, side dish or appetizer. It is especially loved by kids, and can be dipped in tomato sauce or chutney.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Makes around 25-30 pakoras
· ½ cup/ 120 ml button mushrooms, finely chopped
· 1 medium onion, finely chopped
· 1-2 small red chili peppers, finely chopped
· 1 small green chili pepper, finely chopped
· 1 cup/ 240 ml bread crumbs
· 1 tsp/ 5 ml red chili powder
· 1 tsp/ 5 ml coriander leaves, chopped
· 2 tbsp/ 30 ml cornflour
· ½ cup/ 120 ml grated cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar
· Salt to taste
· ¼ cup/ 120 ml water
· Oil for deep-frying
Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine mushrooms, onions, red chili peppers, and green chili pepper. Add breadcrumbs, chili powder, coriander leaves, and cornflour and mix. Add cheese and salt and mix again.
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Add ¼ cup water, or more if needed, to make a sticky dough. Make sure the dough is stiff and well-blended.
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Heat oil in a deep pan or wok. Drop golfball-size portions of the batter into the oil and deep-fry till golden and crisp, around 4-5 minutes. Turn them over before you remove them to make sure they are evenly browned on all sides. Drain on a towel, paper towel, or in a colander.
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Serve pakoras hot with tomato sauce or green chutney mayo (green chutney and a dash of mayo).
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