Cauliflower Panko Pakoras Breaded and Baked Fried

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, these *Cauliflower Panko Pakoras Breaded and Baked Fried* are a guilt-free twist on the classic Indian street food snack. Perfectly seasoned with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and chili powder, these cauliflower florets are coated in a chickpea flour batter, rolled in crunchy panko breadcrumbs infused with fresh cilantro, and then baked to perfection—no deep frying required! The light olive oil spray ensures a satisfying crunch, while keeping this recipe both healthy and delicious. Simple to prepare in under 40 minutes, these baked pakoras make a versatile appetizer or snack, ideal for entertaining or weeknight dinners. Serve with tangy chutney or yogurt dip for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that combines bold spices with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for those craving Indian flavors in a lighter, oven-baked format!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 0.75 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• 0 as needed Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

Rinse and dry the cauliflower florets, ensuring they’re bite-sized for easy eating.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, water, lemon juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, ground turmeric, chili powder, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth batter.

Step 4

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish and mix in the freshly chopped cilantro for added flavor.

Step 5

Dip each cauliflower floret into the chickpea flour batter, ensuring it’s fully coated, then roll it in the panko-cilantro mixture to cover all sides.

Step 6

Arrange the breaded florets onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch.

Step 7

Lightly spray the florets with olive oil to help them crisp up during baking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the pakoras are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite chutney, yogurt dip, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(839.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	919.2

Total Fat 12.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3111.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.5g
Protein 48.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218.3mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 2451.5mg	0%

*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: 11.8%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 67.9%