Vengaya Pakoda (crispy Onion Pakoras)

Vengaya Pakoda, also known as Crispy Onion Pakoras, is a popular South Indian snack that is perfect for a rainy day or as an appetizer for a meal. These deep-fried onion fritters are crispy, flavorful, and absolutely addictive!

Vengaya Pakoda (crispy Onion Pakoras)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chickpea flour
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Add the thinly sliced onions to the flour mixture and toss to coat the onions evenly.
  3. Sprinkle a little water at a time and mix until the onions are well coated with the flour mixture. The mixture should be thick and sticky.
  4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the hot oil and fry until the pakodas are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the pakodas from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  7. Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
3g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Deep frying pan Slotted spoon Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Serving suggestions

Vengaya Pakoda is best served hot with a cup of masala chai or filter coffee.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the pakodas to ensure they turn out crispy.

Cost

$5