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a plate full of Afghan Pakawra, which is a veggie fritter. this one is potato with a bowl of cilantro chutney

Afghan Pakawra : Potato Fritters

Equipment

  • Large Pot For Oil Frying

Ingredients

  • 5 Potatoes, sliced thinly
  • Vegetable Oil, for frying
  • 1 1/2 cups Chickpea Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • Cumin
  • Coriander
  • Garlic Powder
  • Turmeric
  • Hot Chili Powder
  • Salt & Pepper
  • 3 cups Water

Instructions

  • Start by peeling and thinly slicing potatoes into rounds.
  • Then, create your batter by combining chickpea flour, baking powder, cumin, turmeric, coriander, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Gradually add water, beating until the mixture achieves a pancake batter consistency. Allow it to rest.
  • Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil.
  • Dip potato slices into the batter, ensuring they are full coated, and carefully place them into the hot oil.
  • Fry in batches for approximately 2 minutes on each side or until perfectly golden brown.

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