High Protein Fish Pakora
Elevate your snack game with this High Protein Fish Pakora recipe, a nutritious twist on the classic Indian street food favorite. Made with tender white fish fillets like cod or tilapia, these crispy delights are coated in a protein-packed batter featuring chickpea flour, rice flour, and unflavored whey protein powder. Seasoned with an aromatic blend of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder, each pakora is bursting with bold flavors. Deep-fried to golden perfection, these pakoras are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and succulent on the inside. Perfect as a post-workout treat, party appetizer, or a guilt-free indulgence, they pair beautifully with a tangy chutney or refreshing dipping sauce. Ready in just 35 minutes, this high-protein snack is ideal for those seeking a balance between health and indulgence.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
- 120 grams chickpea flour (besan)
- 30 grams whey protein powder (unflavored)
- 30 grams rice flour
- 150 milliliters water
- 15 grams ginger-garlic paste
- 5 grams red chili powder
- 2 grams turmeric powder
- 5 grams coriander powder
- 5 grams cumin powder
- 5 grams salt
- 15 grams fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 10 milliliters lemon juice
- 500 milliliters oil for deep frying
Directions
Step 1
Start by rinsing the white fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Cut the fish into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, whey protein powder, and rice flour. Mix well.
Step 3
Add ginger-garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt to the flour mixture. Stir to ensure all the spices are evenly distributed throughout the dry mixture.
Step 4
Slowly add water to the dry mixture, whisking continuously to avoid any lumps, until you achieve a smooth batter of medium-thick consistency.
Step 5
Add lemon juice and fresh coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.
Step 6
Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Dip each fish piece into the batter ensuring it is coated well, and carefully slide into the hot oil.
Step 8
Fry the pakoras in batches, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry them for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Remove the pakoras using a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Step 10
Serve the high protein fish pakoras hot, garnished with additional fresh coriander leaves and accompanied by your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1394.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5720.2 |
| Total Fat 520.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 310mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2428.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 112.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.3g | |
| Protein 166.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1000IU | 0% |
| Calcium 441.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3145.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories