High Protein Fish Pakora

Elevate your snack game with this High Protein Fish Pakora recipe, a nutritious twist on the classic Indian street food favorite. Made with tender white fish fillets like cod or tilapia, these crispy delights are coated in a protein-packed batter featuring chickpea flour, rice flour, and unflavored whey protein powder. Seasoned with an aromatic blend of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder, each pakora is bursting with bold flavors. Deep-fried to golden perfection, these pakoras are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and succulent on the inside. Perfect as a post-workout treat, party appetizer, or a guilt-free indulgence, they pair beautifully with a tangy chutney or refreshing dipping sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this high-protein snack is ideal for those seeking a balance between health and indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
• 120 grams chickpea flour (besan)
• 30 grams whey protein powder (unflavored)
• 30 grams rice flour
• 150 milliliters water
• 15 grams ginger-garlic paste
• 5 grams red chili powder
• 2 grams turmeric powder
• 5 grams coriander powder
• 5 grams cumin powder
• 5 grams salt
• 15 grams fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 10 milliliters lemon juice
• 500 milliliters oil for deep frying

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the white fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, whey protein powder, and rice flour. Mix well.

Step 3

Add ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to the flour mixture. Stir to ensure all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.

Step 4

Slowly add water to the dry mixture, whisking continuously to avoid any lumps, until you achieve a smooth batter of medium-thick consistency.

Step 5

Add lemon juice and fresh coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.

Step 6

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Dip each fish piece into the batter ensuring it is coated well, and carefully slide into the hot oil.

Step 8

Fry the pakoras in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the pakoras using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the high protein fish pakoras hot, garnished with additional fresh coriander leaves and accompanied by your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1394.2 grams (1394.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5720

Total Fat 520.40g	667%
Saturated Fat 74.20g	371%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 310mg	103%
Sodium 2429mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 112.50g	41%
Dietary Fiber 19.30g	69%
Total Sugars 15.30g
Protein 166.50g	333%

Vitamin D 1000IU	5000%
Calcium 442mg	34%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 3145mg	67%

*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: 80.8%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 7.8%