Gluten-Free Bakwan (Vegetable Fritters)
Crispy, golden, and perfectly spiced, these Gluten-Free Bakwan (Vegetable Fritters) are a delicious twist on a beloved Southeast Asian street food classic. Made with chickpea and rice flours, this recipe delivers a light, crunchy texture without any gluten, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables like shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, and bean sprouts, and seasoned with fragrant garlic, turmeric, and coriander, every bite is bursting with fresh and savory flavors. These easy-to-make fritters come together in under 40 minutes, making them ideal for a quick snack, appetizer, or side dish. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s naturally gluten-free and irresistibly crispy!
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Ingredients
- 120 grams Chickpea flour
- 50 grams Rice flour
- 180 milliliters Water
- 100 grams Cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium Carrot, julienned
- 50 grams Bean sprouts
- 2 stalks Scallions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 500 milliliters Oil, for frying
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour and rice flour. Gradually add water while stirring to create a smooth batter.
Step 2
Add the shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, bean sprouts, chopped scallions, and minced garlic to the batter. Mix well.
Step 3
Stir in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 4
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, drop a spoonful of the batter into the oil. Fry 3-4 fritters at a time depending on the size of your pan, making sure not to overcrowd.
Step 6
Fry until the fritters are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Step 7
Remove the fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the gluten-free bakwan warm, with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1109.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5162.0 |
| Total Fat 509.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 71.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2513.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 131.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.1g | |
| Protein 35.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 190.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1704.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories