High Protein Potato Pakora

Elevate your snack game with this High Protein Potato Pakora recipe, a nutritious twist on the classic Indian street food. Packed with the goodness of grated potatoes, chickpea flour, and the protein punch of cooked quinoa, these crispy fritters are both satisfying and wholesome. Aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and red chili powder, combined with fresh cilantro, ginger, and garlic, deliver bold, irresistible flavors in every bite. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these pakoras are deep-fried to golden perfection and make a great gluten-free snack or appetizer. Serve them piping hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce for an indulgent yet protein-rich treat that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Potatoes
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 1 cup Cooked quinoa
• 1 medium Onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 small Green chili
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Water
• 2 cups Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and grate them into a large bowl. Rinse the grated potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch, then drain and squeeze out excess water.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, fresh cilantro, and green chili. Mince the garlic and ginger.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated potatoes, chickpea flour, cooked quinoa, chopped onion, cilantro, green chili, garlic, and ginger.

Step 4

Add baking soda, ground cumin, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt to the mixture.

Step 5

Gradually add water while mixing until you achieve a thick batter that can hold its shape. It should not be too runny.

Step 6

In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 7

Using a spoon or your hands, shape the batter into small balls or fritters and gently drop them into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry the pakoras until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1737.3 grams (1737.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4955

Total Fat 432.10g	554%
Saturated Fat 61.40g	307%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3166mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 262.80g	96%
Dietary Fiber 36.00g	129%
Total Sugars 30.30g
Protein 54.90g	110%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 271mg	21%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 5091mg	108%

*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: 75.4%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 20.4%