Gluten-Free Chicken Pakora

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, this Gluten-Free Chicken Pakora recipe delivers a perfect blend of spices and textures while catering to gluten-free diets. Tender pieces of marinated chicken thighs are coated in a batter made with rice flour and chickpea flour, infused with bold spices like red chili powder, garam masala, and ground cumin, and fried to crispy perfection. Fresh ginger, garlic, green chilies, and coriander bring vibrant, aromatic notes that elevate every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or indulgent snack. Serve these crispy chicken pakoras with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce for an authentic and gluten-free twist on a classic street food favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless chicken thighs
• 100 grams Rice flour
• 100 grams Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 pieces Green chilies
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 250 ml Water
• 500 ml Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.

Step 2

Add lemon juice to the chicken pieces and mix well. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the batter.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, chickpea flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, garam masala, and salt.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh coriander leaves, ginger, garlic, and green chilies. Add them to the flour mixture.

Step 5

Add baking soda to the mixture and gradually start adding water to form a thick batter. The consistency should be such that it coats the back of a spoon.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

Step 7

Dip each chicken piece into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated, and carefully place it into the hot oil.

Step 8

Fry the chicken pakoras in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Ensure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 9

Remove the pakoras using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the Gluten-Free Chicken Pakoras hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1553.1 grams (1553.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6075

Total Fat 559.30g	717%
Saturated Fat 84.50g	422%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 433mg	144%
Sodium 3097mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 152.80g	56%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 13.60g
Protein 133.00g	266%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 2302mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.5%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 9.9%