Paneer pakoras are basically besan/ gram flour batter coated cottage cheese fritters, comes under North Indian Cuisine. These pakoras have nice crispy texture outside with a moist, soft paneer within. It can be perfect party starter or evening snack served with a cup of tea/ coffee. It is very easy and simple to prepare at home. Here is the recipe with some tips and step by step instructions and pictures.
1. Firstly, take 3 tbsp thick spicy Sandwich chutney in a small bowl and then add 1 tsp full tamarind chutney(thick) to it.
2. Next, add 1 tbsp bread crumbs and 1/3 tsp chaat masala to it.
3. Mix them all to make a paste like stuffing. Stuffing for Paneer Pakora is ready. Keep it aside.
4. Take 1 cup besan/gram flour in a mixing bowl.
5. Add 1/3 tsp or salt to taste, 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 1/3 tsp ground black pepper and 1/2 tsp carom seeds to it.
6. Mix all the spices with the flour.
7. Gradually add around 1/2 cup of water to it. Use a wired whisk or spoon to mix the batter.
8. Make a thick flowing smooth batter without any lumps.
9. Then cut the Paneer into square pieces as shown in the picture.
10. Now, take one square paneer piece and spread the prepared chutney and place another piece of Paneer over it.
11. Dip the prepared paneer chutney sandwich into prepared besan batter and coat it completely.
12. Gently place in the medium-hot oil and deep fry it.
13. Stir occasionally and fry on both sides.
14. Fry the cottage cheese fritters till they turn golden brown.
15. When paneer pakora looks crisp and golden remove it with a slotted spoon draining the excess oil and place them on paper towel for the extra oil to be soaked.
16. Sprinkle some chaat masala over them and Paneer Pakoras are ready to serve. Enjoy with a dipping sauce like tomato ketchup or tamarind chutney or coriander mint chutney.
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