Pan-Fried Pakoras

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together garbanzo bean flour, garam masala, salt, and pepper in medium bowl.
2. 2
   Whisk in lemon juice, 2 tsp.
3. 3
   oil, and 1 cup cold water.
4. 4
   Let rest 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Fold onion, carrots, peas, and tofu into batter.
6. 6
   Heat remaining 1 cup oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
7. 7
   Spoon 1 Tbs.
8. 8
   batter into hot oil for each pakora, about 6 at a time.
9. 9
   Cook 2 minutes, or until edges begin to brown.
10. 10
    Flip, and cook 2 minutes more, or until golden brown.
11. 11
    Transfer to paper-towel-lined plate to drain, and sprinkle with salt, if desired.
12. 12
    Repeat with remaining batter until you have 24 pakoras.