How To Make Courgette Pakoras

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 20 minutes

Total: 35 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

2 medium courgettes, grated
1 cup gram flour (besan)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
Salt to taste
Water, as needed
Oil, for frying

Instructions

In a bowl, mix together grated courgettes, gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, and salt.
Gradually add water and mix well to form a thick batter.
Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
Remove the pakoras from the oil and drain on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.