Try South Indian-Style Baingan Pakore For A Crispy Evening Snack

By Garima Johar

May 27, 2024

Baingan pakora, or eggplant fritters, are a popular South Indian snack that people often pair with their evening tea. While baingan is a healthy ingredient, you can make the snacks even healthier by using an air fryer.

Ingredients

2 eggplants 1 cup besan ½ teaspoon turmeric powder ½ teaspoon cumin powder ½ teaspoon coriander powder A pinch of hing 1 tablespoon chopped curry leaves Salt to taste Oil for frying

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the eggplants and slice them into thin circular disks.

Step 2

Make the batter by mixing besan, chopped curry leaves, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, hing, salt, and water.

Step 3

Preheat an air fryer or heat some oil in a kadhai.

Step 4

Coat the baingan slices with the batter and fry them till they are crispy.

Step 5

Pair the baingan pakore with your favourite chutney and enjoy.