The monsoon season has arrived, bringing with it the perfect excuse to indulge in a plateful of crispy, delicious Onion Pakauda. Rainy days naturally make us crave tasty, comforting food, and this simple pakauda recipe is just the thing to satisfy those cravings. With easy-to-find ingredients and a quick preparation time, this Onion Pakauda recipe is a must-try. Here’s how you can make this delightful snack at home:

Ingredients:

• Onions – 2 (Thinly Sliced)
• Gram Flour (Besan) – ¾ Cup
• Rice Flour – ¼ Cup
• Water – 2 Cups
• Salt – To taste
• Garlic Powder – 1 Teaspoon
• Carom Seeds (Ajwain) – ½ Teaspoon
• Lemon juice – To taste
• Red Chilli Powder – ½ Teaspoon
• Turmeric Powder – ¼ Teaspoon
• Green Chillies – 2 (Finely Chopped; Optional)
• Oil – For frying
• Chaat Masala – To taste (Optional)

Method:

1. Prepare the Onions: In a mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced onions with salt, garlic powder, carom seeds, red chilli powder, turmeric powder, chaat masala, and lemon juice. Mix well so that the onions are evenly coated with the spices.
2. Mix the Flours: Add the gram flour and rice flour to the spiced onions and mix thoroughly. Let the mixture rest for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Prepare the Batter: After 20 minutes, add water gradually to the mixture, mixing well with your hands to form a thick batter. Meanwhile, heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
4. Add Oil to Batter: Once the oil is hot, add 1 ½ tablespoons of hot oil to the batter and mix well. This will help make the pakaudas extra crispy.
5. Fry the Pakaudas: Carefully drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil. Fry the pakodas in batches, stirring occasionally to ensure they don’t stick together. Fry until they turn golden brown and crisp.
6. Drain and Serve: Remove the pakaudas with a slotted spoon and drain them on absorbent paper to remove excess oil. Sprinkle it with chaat masala for an extra burst of flavor.
7. Enjoy: Serve the hot, crispy Onion Pakaudas with a steaming cup of tea and a side of mint-coriander chutney.

Quick Green Achar Recipe:

Ingredients: Fresh mint leaves, fresh coriander leaves, green chillies, ginger, lemon juice, salt, and water.

Method: Blend all the ingredients to a smooth paste. Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste.

Give this Onion Pakauda recipe a try and let us know how it turns out for you. Happy cooking and even happier eating!

Photo Credit: silk road recipe, Indian Veggie Delight, Cook with Manali, Raks Kitchen

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