Spinach Aloo Pyaaz Pakora Recipe – Crispy Mix Veg Fritters for Tea Time
Step 1: Prep the Veggies Finely chop spinach, onions, potatoes, green chillies, and coriander leaves. Step 2: Make the Batter In a bowl, mix chickpea flour, red chilli powder, salt, and water into a thick, smooth batter. Step 3: Combine & Mix Add all the chopped vegetables into the batter and stir until evenly coated. Step 4: Heat the Oil Heat oil in a deep kadhai on medium flame. Step 5: Fry the Pakoras Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil. Fry until golden brown and crisp, turning occasionally. Step 6: Drain & Serve Drain on paper towels and sprinkle chaat masala. Serve hot with chutney and tea.
These pakoras are easy to make and ideal for rainy days, parties, or festive gatherings. Made using simple ingredients like spinach, onions, potatoes, and chickpea flour, these pakoras are spiced with red chilli powder and chaat masala for that perfect kick. Serve them hot with green chutney or ketchup, and enjoy a crunchy bite in every mouthful.
Spinach Aloo Pyaaz Pakora is a classic Indian evening snack that combines the earthiness of potatoes, the crunch of onions, and the nutrition of spinach in a crispy besan coating. Perfect with a hot cup of tea, these mix veg fritters are deep-fried delights loved across Indian households.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach (palak), finely chopped
- 2 medium onions (pyaaz), finely chopped
- 1 medium potato (aloo), finely diced
- 2 tablespoons coriander leaves (hara dhaniya), finely chopped
- 2 green chillies (hari mirch), finely chopped
- 1½ cups chickpea flour (besan)
- ½ teaspoon chaat masala
- ½ teaspoon red chilli powder
- Salt to taste
- Water, as needed to make thick batter
- Oil, for deep frying
👩🍳 Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chopped spinach, onions, diced potato, green chillies, and coriander leaves.
- In another bowl, mix besan (chickpea flour), salt, and red chilli powder with enough water to make a thick, lump-free batter.
- Add the mixed vegetables to the batter and stir until well combined.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadhai over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil using a large spoon or your fingers.
- Fry the pakoras on medium heat, turning occasionally, until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the pakoras with a slotted spoon and drain on tissue paper.
- Sprinkle chaat masala over the hot pakoras and serve immediately with tea and chutney.
💡 Cooking Tips
- Add ajwain (carom seeds) for easier digestion and extra flavor.
- For extra crunch, toss in a spoon of rice flour to the batter.
- You can add grated carrots or shredded cabbage for more variety.
- To make them healthier, shallow fry or air fry them instead of deep frying.
🛠️ Common Mistakes & Fixes
- Mistake: Batter is too runny.
Fix: Add more besan to thicken it. - Mistake: Pakoras absorb too much oil.
Fix: Ensure the oil is properly hot before frying. - Mistake: Pakoras break in oil.
Fix: The batter is too thin — add more besan and mix well.
⭐ Chef’s Tips
- Finely chop vegetables to ensure even cooking and crisp texture.
- Always fry on medium flame; high heat will burn the outside and leave inside raw.
- Let the batter sit for 5 minutes before frying to enhance the flavor.
🍳 Equipment & Tools
- Mixing bowls
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Deep frying pan or kadhai
- Slotted spoon
- Kitchen tissues or paper towel
🍽️ Pairing Suggestions
- Serve hot with mint-coriander chutney or tamarind chutney.
- Pairs beautifully with masala chai or adrak wali chai.
- Add to a chaat platter with yogurt, chutneys, and sev for a fusion twist.
⚠️ Allergen Info
- Gluten-Free: Yes, if certified GF besan is used.
- Nut-Free: Yes.
- Vegan: Yes, naturally vegan.
- Dairy-Free: Yes.
- Allergen Note: Ensure no cross-contamination if cooking for allergic individuals.
🛒 Brand Suggestions
- Chickpea Flour (Besan): TRS, Natco – Available at Tesco, Asda, or local Indian stores.
- Spices: East End, TRS – Found in Sainsbury’s or Indian groceries.
- Oil for Frying: KTC Sunflower or Vegetable Oil.
- Fresh Veggies: Buy from local markets or Aldi, Lidl for budget-friendly options.