How to make onion pakoda
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firstly, thinly slice the onions. make sure to slice of uniform thickness as it helps to fry easily.
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transfer the sliced onion into a large bowl.
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add 3 chilli, few curry leaves, 2 tbsp coriander, 1 tsp chilli powder, ¼ tsp turmeric, ¼ tsp cumin powder, ¼ tsp ajwain, 1 tsp ginger paste and ¾ tsp salt.
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squeeze and mix well making sure all the spices are well combined and onions release moisture.
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further add 1½ cup besan, ¼ cup rice flour and mix well.
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squeeze and mix without adding any water.
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the water in the onion is enough to form the dough. add more besan if required.
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now drop the dough into hot oil forming a random shape.
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fry on medium flame stirring occasionally.
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fry until the pakoda turns golden brown and crisp.
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finally, drain off the pakoda and enjoy with hot tea.
How to make hari dahi chatni
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firstly, in a bowl take ½ cup thick curd and 2 tbsp green chutney.
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mix well making sure everything is well combined.
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finally, enjoy dahi chatni with onion pakoda.
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Notes
- firstly, make sure to store the pakoda in an airtight container once cooled completely. else the pakoda will turn soggy.
- also, squeeze the onions well to release the juice from them. do not add any extra water.
- additionally, you can add hot oil to the mixture; if the moisture of the onion is not there.
- finally, the crispy onion pakoda recipe tastes great when prepared crispy and spicy.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/onion-pakoda-recipe-kanda-bhaji/