Dairy-Free Bread Pakora

Crispy, golden, and completely dairy-free, this Bread Pakora recipe is a flavorful twist on the classic Indian street food that’s perfect for vegans and those with lactose intolerance. Made with chickpea flour (besan) infused with a medley of bold spices like red chili powder, turmeric, cumin, and carom seeds, this batter-coated bread is fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce. Fresh ginger, green chilies, and coriander add vibrant zest, while the omission of dairy makes this dish light yet indulgent. With a quick 20-minute prep time and simple pantry ingredients, these pakoras are an irresistible snack or appetizer for any occasion. Perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these dairy-free bread pakoras are sure to be a crowd favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Bread slices
• 1.5 cups Chickpea flour (besan)
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoons Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons Carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ginger paste
• 2 pieces Green chilies, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander, chopped
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Start by cutting each bread slice into halves, creating triangular pieces. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, carom seeds, salt, and baking soda.

Step 3

Add water gradually to the dry mix, stirring continuously, until a smooth, lump-free batter forms. The batter should have a slightly thick consistency.

Step 4

Incorporate ginger paste, finely chopped green chilies, and chopped coriander into the batter and mix well.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or kadhai over medium heat.

Step 6

While the oil is heating, dip a piece of bread into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated on all sides.

Step 7

Carefully place the batter-coated bread into the hot oil. Fry a few pieces at a time, but do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry each side for about 2-3 minutes or until the pakora turns golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the bread pakoras using a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a paper towel.

Step 10

Serve the dairy-free bread pakoras hot with your choice of chutney or sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1108.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5254.1

Total Fat 492.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3645.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 60.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 367.0mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2004.4mg	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: 80.9%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 14.7%