Want Your Pakoras To Be Crispy? Follow These Essential Tips
By Suprita Mitter
December 30, 2024
To achieve crispy pakoras, focus on balancing moisture and texture. The coating should be light yet firm, allowing for a golden crunch. Ensure the oil is hot enough for quick frying, helping to seal the surface while maintaining the perfect crispiness.
Use Cold Water
When making the batter, use cold water instead of warm. This helps in creating a crispy texture when fried.
Use Rice Flour Or Cornstarch
Adding a tablespoon of rice flour or cornstarch to the batter helps create a crispier exterior.
Don’t Overmix The Batter
Mix the ingredients gently to avoid making the batter too smooth. A lumpy batter gives a crispier texture when fried.
Fry At The Right Temperature
Heat the oil to medium-high before frying. If the oil is too hot, the pakoras will burn quickly; if it’s too cold, they’ll absorb too much oil and become soggy.
Fry In Small Batches
Frying too many pakoras at once can lower the oil temperature, leading to soggy pakoras. Fry in small batches to maintain the oil temperature.
Drain Excess Oil
After frying, place the pakoras on a paper towel to absorb excess oil, ensuring they stay crisp.
Use Besan (Gram Flour)
Besan gives pakoras their traditional texture and crispiness, so avoid using too much flour or other substitutes.
