Pakoras

Directions

1. 1
   Cut potatoes into medium-thick slices.
2. 2
   Slice onion into thick rings and cauliflower into thin florets.
3. 3
   Mix together 1-1/2 tsp.
4. 4
   salt with 1/2 tsp.
5. 5
   garam masala and 1/2 tsp.
6. 6
   chili and season all vegetables.
7. 7
   Heat oil in a deep-fryer or chip pan to 190C (375F).
8. 8
   Sift gram flour with the remaining salt, garam masala, chili powder and turmeric into a mixing bowl.
9. 9
   Gradually stir in about 200 ml.
10. 10
    water to make a smooth, thick batter.
11. 11
    Carefully dip potato slices into batter.
12. 12
    Fry over a medium heat until golden brown.
13. 13
    Drain on paper towels and leave to cool.
14. 14
    Continue until you have coated and fried all the vegetables.
15. 15
    Once cold, re-heat oil to 190C and re-fry in batches.
16. 16
    Drain on towels.
17. 17
    Serve hot or cold with mint chutney (see Recipe #4452).