PAKORAS

Ingredients

• 1 cup chana flour
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 cup grated peeled potato
• 1 cup thinly sliced cauliflower
• 1 cup thinly sliced onion
• 1/2 cup slivered spinach
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup plain yogurt
• Oil for frying*
• Sea salt*

Directions

1. Combine chana flour, chili powder, curry powder, coriander, cumin, turmeric, baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt in a bowl. Add potato, cauliflower, onion and spinach; toss to coat. Add water and yogurt, stirring to combine.
2. Heat 1 inch oil to 350°F in a large deep frypan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, drop 1 tbsp measures of vegetable mixture into oil. Fry until golden brown and crisp, about 1 – 2 minutes per side. Remove pakoras with a slotted spoon; drain pakoras on paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with additional salt. Serve immediately.