Mushroom Pakora Recipe

Description

Indulge in the excitement of Mushroo Pakora — a quick, flavorful Pakistani snack that is crispy, delicious, and incredibly satisfying. These golden fried mushroom pakoras are easy to prepare and packed with spices that create an irresistible taste.

This simple recipe brings together mushrooms and a flavorful gram-flour batter to create a crunchy snack perfect for tea time or gatherings.

Ingredients

• Oil for deep frying
• 1¼ cups besan (gram flour)
• ¼ cup white rice flour
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp coriander powder
• ¼ tsp baking powder
• 1 cup water
• 1 lb button or crimini mushrooms

Instructions

1. Heat the Oil
   Heat oil in a pot or deep fryer to about 350°F (175°C). Use about 2–3 inches of oil for deep frying.
2. Prepare the Batter
   In a large bowl combine besan, rice flour, curry powder, cumin seeds, salt, coriander powder, and baking powder. Mix well to create a thick batter and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
3. Coat the Mushrooms
   Dip each mushroom into the batter so it is evenly coated. Allow excess batter to drip off.
4. Fry the Pakoras
   Carefully place the coated mushrooms into the hot oil and fry them for a few minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and crispy.
5. Drain the Oil
   Remove the pakoras using a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
6. Serve
   Serve the mushroom pakoras hot with cilantro-mint chutney for the best flavor.

Notes

Prep Time: 40 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Serving Tip: These pakoras taste best when served fresh and hot with mint chutney or tamarind chutney.