By Rajan Bhattacharya
August 20, 2024
Methi Pakoda is a crispy and soft Indian snack made from fenugreek leaves and gram flour. These delightful fritters pair perfectly with green chutney or ketchup, making them an ideal tea-time treat.
¼ cup chopped methi leaves (fenugreek leaves) ¾ cup gram flour (besan) ¼ cup water (as required) 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional) 1 green chilli, finely chopped ½ inch ginger, finely chopped 2-3 pinches red chilli powder 2-3 pinches turmeric powder 1 pinch baking soda 1 pinch asafoetida (hing) Salt (as required) Oil (for frying)
Mix methi leaves, onion, green chilli, and ginger in a bowl. Add red chilli powder, turmeric, asafoetida, baking soda, and salt.
Add gram flour and water to the mixture and stir well. Heat oil in a pan for shallow or deep frying.
Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry the pakoras until golden and crispy on both sides.
Drain excess oil and serve hot with chutney or ketchup.