Indian street food recipes: Bread Pakoda

Indian street food recipes: Bread Pakoda

By Nandini Bhushan

Street food in India is a vibrant and integral part of culinary culture, offering diverse flavours, textures and aromas. The rich journey of Indian street food varies widely from region to region, reflecting the country’s diverse culinary tradition. From east to west and north to south, every corner offers its own unique street food made with locally available ingredients. Cheap and easily available, these street foods are consumed by millions.

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Bread Pakoda

Crispy, spicy and super easy to make, Bread Pakoda is one of the most loved street foods across India.

Ingredients

(Serving for 3 to 4 persons)

Besan: 1 cup

Turmeric powder: ¼ tsp

Red chilli powder: ½ tsp

Ajwain: 1 tsp

Cumin seed: ½ tsp

Baking soda: a pinch ( optional)

Bread slices: 6

Salt to taste

Oil for frying

Step 1

To prepare the batter, in a large mixing bowl, combine besan, chilli powder, turmeric powder, ajwain, cumin, salt and baking soda.

Step 2

Gradually add water and whisk into a smooth, lump-free, thick batter that can coat the bread slices well.

Step 3

Slice each bread slice diagonally into two triangles.

Step 4

Heat a deep frying pan on medium flame. To test, drop a little batter in the oil. If it rises immediately, it’s done

Step 5

Dip each of the bread slices into the batter, coating it evenly on both sides. Gently drop into the oil and fry until golden and crispy on both sides.

Avoid overcrowding the pan for a perfect result.

Step 6

Remove the pakoda and place it on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.

        Serve hot with chutney or ketchup along with a cup of hot tea.