Dairy-Free Paneer Pakoda
Indulge in the crispy, golden delight of Dairy-Free Paneer Pakoda, a vegan twist on a beloved Indian snack! This plant-based version uses firm tofu as a dairy-free alternative to traditional paneer, coated in a spiced chickpea and rice flour batter infused with bold flavors from turmeric, cumin, coriander, and a hint of asafoetida. Deep-fried to perfection, these pakodas are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, they're an ideal gluten-free snack or appetizer for any occasion. Serve them piping hot with your favorite chutney for a crowd-pleasing treat that's both flavorful and nourishing.
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Ingredients
- 400 grams Firm tofu (or plant-based paneer)
- 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
- 2 tablespoons Rice flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Water
- 500 ml Oil (for deep frying)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Cut the firm tofu into bite-sized cubes, approximately 1-inch each.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, asafoetida, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients and whisk until you get a smooth, lump-free batter with a consistency that's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Step 4
Add the lemon juice and chopped coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.
Step 5
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Step 6
Once the oil is hot (approximately 180°C or 350°F), dip each tofu cube into the batter, ensuring it's uniformly coated, and then carefully drop it into the hot oil.
Step 7
Fry the pakodas in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
Step 8
Use a slotted spoon to remove the pakodas from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Step 9
Serve the Dairy-Free Paneer Pakoda hot with a side of chutney or sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1248.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5580.0 |
| Total Fat 541.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 75.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2829.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 110.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.3g | |
| Protein 93.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1516.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 31.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2187.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories