Green Banana Pakoras

Green banana slices dipped in a mixture of spices and chickpea flour are deep fried to a golden brown color and served hot with chutney in traditional Maharashtrian style.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 294 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch baking soda
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ½ cup water, or as needed
• ½ cup oil for frying, or as needed
• 2 medium green bananas, peeled and cut into thin slices
• 2 ½ cups chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon rice flour

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Peel bananas and cut into thin slices. Soak in a bowl of salted water for 5 to 10 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, mix chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Add enough water to moisten the mixture; the batter should be neither too thick nor too runny in consistency. Keep stirring the batter to prevent lumps.

Step 3

Heat a generous amount of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Drain banana slices and pat dry with paper towels. Dip in batter and place in the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.