Pakoras

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the flour, salt and chili powder into a bowl.
2. 2
   Stir in sufficient water to make a thick batter and beat well until smooth.
3. 3
   Leave to stand for 30 minutes.
4. 4
   Stir the chilies and coriander into the batter, then add the melted butter or ghee.
5. 5
   Drop in the onion rings to coat thickly with batter.
6. 6
   Heat the oil in a deep pan, drop in the onion rings and deep-fry until crisp and golden.
7. 7
   Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon, drain on kitchen paper and keep warm.
8. 8
   Dip the spinach leaves into the batter and deep-fry in the same way.
9. 9
   Finally, repeat the process with the potato slices.
10. 10
    Serve hot.