Bhajia (a.k.a Pakora)
 
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 Chinese eggplant*, cut into ¼ in. rounds
  • 2-3 potatoes*, peeled and cut into ¼ in. rounds
  • 1-2 bananas*, peeled and cut into ¼ in. rounds
  • 3 cups garbanzo bean flour (
  • 3+ cups water (you want the consistency of the batter to be a little thicker than buttermilk.)
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder or to taste.
  • 1½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 2 cups oil
  • *Traditional pakoras (Indian Vegetable Fritters) are generally made using potatoes, eggplant and bananas....but you can easily swap in other veggies like zuchinni, cauliflower, sweet potatoes, fennel or any other veggies you like.
Instructions
  1. Mix gram flour with water to create a batter. Add salt and red chili powder.
  2. Then place oil in a deep pot on medium heat. Once heated, dip each vegetable into the batter and then place in the oil until you have an even layer of vegetables in the pot. Be careful not to put your fingers too close to the oil.
  3. Using a slotted spoon, drain the oil from each fritter and then place on a plate that has a paper towel down on it.
  4. Best served hot with cilantro or cilantro-mint chutney.
Notes
Vegan Notes: it's all completely vegan!

Gluten Free Notes: it's all completely gluten free!

Ayurvedic Notes: Depending on your Ayurvedic body constitution (dosha), you can switch out the vegetables depending on what suits your body type best.
Recipe by Wholesome Soul at https://blog.wholesomesoul.com/bhajia-rainy-day-comfort-food/