Keto Fish Pakora

Satisfy your cravings for crispy, spicy goodness with this Keto Fish Pakora recipe—an irresistible low-carb twist on a classic Indian snack! Perfectly seasoned fish fillets are coated in a flavorful batter made from almond and coconut flour, spiced with aromatic Indian spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric. These pakoras are deep-fried to golden perfection in healthy oils like avocado or coconut, creating a crunchy exterior with tender, flaky fish inside. Quick to prepare and naturally gluten-free, this keto-friendly dish makes an ideal appetizer, snack, or party pleaser. Serve them hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and accompanied by mint chutney or your favorite keto dip, for a crowd-pleasing experience packed with flavor and texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod, skinless)
• 1 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons coconut flour
• 1 large egg
• 3 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup oil for frying, preferably avocado or coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, about 2 inches each, and set aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the egg and add water, ginger garlic paste, and lemon juice. Mix well.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir to form a thick batter. If the batter is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of water.

Step 5

Add the fish pieces to the batter, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.

Step 6

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. It should be hot enough that a small drop of batter sizzles and rises to the surface immediately.

Step 7

Carefully place the battered fish pieces into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry the fish pakoras for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the pakoras with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with a side of mint chutney or your favorite keto-friendly dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(992.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3380.4

Total Fat 303.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 469.5mg	0%
Sodium 1611.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 138.0g	0%

Vitamin D 823.8IU	0%
Calcium 366.6mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2504.4mg	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: 78.4%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 5.7%