Bread Pakora Recipe
Bread pakora is a delicious and colorful Indian snack made with bread slice potato felling and a flavorful batter . This dish is made with different filling-plain , spinach and carrot the bread slices are stuffed with the felling , dipped in a chickpeas flour batter and deep fry until golden brown it is the prefect tea-time to make bread pakora and especially in raining time so let’s make the crispy and delicious bread pakora
Ingredients
6 Slice bread
2 Medium size boiled potato and mashed
1/2 Cup Spinach leaves , blanched and pureed
1/2 Cup Grated carrot , blanched and pureed
1 Cup Chick flour
1/2 Tablespoon turmeric powder
1/2 Tablespoon red chili powder
As needed water
As needed salt
As needed oil for deep fry
Step:1
prepare the potato filling by mashing the boiled potato and adding the spices like turmeric powder , red chili powder , garam masala powder
Step:2
Divide the potato filling into three portions and mix one portion with spinach puree and another with carrot puree
Step:3
Take a bread slice spread the plain potato filling on one side , spinach filling on another side and carrot filling on the third side press the slices together to form a sandwich
Step:4
Let’s prepare the batter in A bowl add chickpea flour red chili powder , turmeric powder , salt , and water for a smooth consistency
Step:5
Dip the prepared bread sandwich into the batter , ensuring they are coated well
Step:6
Heat oil for deep fry and add your pakora in the oil fry till golden brown
Step:7
Remove from the oil and drain in paper
Step:8
Serve the hot triangle shape bread pakora with mint chutney or ketchup and enjoy the crispy bread pakora
Video For Bread Pakora
FAQs
1. What is Bread Pakora
Bread Pakora is a popular Indian snack made by dipping bread slices in a spiced gram flour (besan) batter and deep-frying until crispy. It can be stuffed with spiced mashed potatoes or enjoyed plain.
2. What are the ingredients for Bread Pakora
The basic ingredients include:
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Bread slices (white or brown)
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Gram flour (besan)
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Rice flour (for crispiness, optional)
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Spices (turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, ajwain, etc.)
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Water (for the batter)
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Oil (for deep frying)
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Stuffing (optional): Mashed potatoes, chaat masala, green chilies, coriander
3. Can I make Bread Pakora without potatoes
Yes! You can make plain bread pakoras by dipping the bread directly in the batter and frying. Alternatively, you can use other fillings like paneer, cheese, or mixed vegetables.
4. How do I make Bread Pakora crispy
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Use cold water for the batter.
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Add a little rice flour or cornstarch to the besan.
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Fry on medium-high heat for a crunchy texture.
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Avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.
5. Can I bake or air-fry Bread Pakora instead of deep-frying
Yes! For a healthier version:
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Air Fryer: Lightly brush the pakoras with oil and air-fry at 180°C for 10-12 mins, flipping halfway.
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Oven: Bake at 200°C for 15-20 mins until golden and crisp.
6. Why is my Bread Pakora soggy
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The oil wasn’t hot enough.
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Too much stuffing made it moist.
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The batter was too thin
Conclusion
Bread Pakora is a delicious, crispy, and versatile Indian snack that’s easy to make with simple ingredients. Whether you prefer it stuffed with spiced potatoes or plain, deep-fried or baked, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs perfectly with chutneys and sauces. By following the right techniques—like maintaining the right oil temperature and batter consistency—you can achieve perfectly crunchy pakoras every time.
For a healthier twist, try air-frying or baking them. Serve hot with your favorite dip, and enjoy this irresistible tea-time snack!