Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
8 slice

Whole Wheat Brown Bread

1 cup

Coriander Leaves

1 cup

Mint Leaves

0.25 cup

Curry Leaves

2 unit

Green Chillies

chopped

1 inch

Ginger

chopped

0.25 cup

Roasted Peanuts

1 tbsp

Sugar

1 unit

Lemon

juiced

0.25 cup

Water

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

4 unit

Potatoes

boiled and mashed

2 unit

Onions

finely chopped

3 unit

Green Chillies

finely chopped

2 tsp

Cumin Powder

1 tsp

Red Chilli Powder

0.5 tsp

Turmeric Powder

1 tsp

Amchur (Dry Mango Powder)

2 tsp

Chaat Masala Powder

1 unit

Coriander Leaves

small bunch

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

2 cup

Gram Flour

0.25 cup

Rice Flour

2 tsp

Ajwain (Carom seeds)

1 tsp

Red Chilli Powder

0.5 tsp

Turmeric Powder

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida

0.5 tsp

Enos fruit salt

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 cup

Water

as needed

1 cup

Sunflower Oil

for deep frying

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the Green Chutney: In a mixer, combine coriander leaves, mint leaves, curry leaves, roasted peanuts, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and water. Blend until smooth.

Step 2
~3 min

Set aside the chutney.

Step 3
~3 min

Prepare the Potato Filling: In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, finely chopped onions, finely chopped green chilies, cumin powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, amchur powder, chaat masala, salt, and coriander leaves.

Step 4
~3 min

Mix well to combine and set aside.

Step 5
~3 min

Prepare the Pakora Batter: In a mixing bowl, add gram flour, rice flour, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, enos fruit salt, and ajwain.

Step 6
~3 min

Gradually add water and mix well to create a smooth, lump-free batter with a thick, coating consistency.

Step 7
~3 min

Heat oil in a deep frying pan.

Key Technique: Deep Frying
Step 8
~3 min

Place two bread slices on a flat surface.

Step 9
~3 min

Spread green chutney on both slices.

Step 10
~3 min

Evenly spread the potato filling over one slice.

Step 11
~3 min

Place the second slice on top, creating a sandwich.

Step 12
~3 min

Press down gently to hold together.

Step 13
~3 min

Trim the edges of the bread slices (optional) and cut diagonally into a triangle.

Step 14
~3 min

Dip the stuffed bread sandwich into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated on all sides.

Step 15
~3 min

Carefully drop the coated bread sandwich into the hot oil.

Step 16
~3 min

Fry the Aloo Bread Pakora until golden brown and crispy on all sides.

Step 17
~3 min

Remove the pakora and transfer to an oil absorbent paper to drain excess oil.

Step 18
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier pakora, add more green chilies or red chili powder to the potato filling.

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy texture.

Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain the oil temperature.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The potato filling and green chutney can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Dhaniya Pudina Chutney

Serve with tomato ketchup

Serve with Masala Chai

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Dhaniya Pudina Chutney
Tomato Ketchup
Masala Chai

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Tea Time
Party
Celebration
Monsoon
Snack Time

Popularity Score

70/100

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