Low Carb Chicken Pakora

Satisfy your snack cravings guilt-free with this flavorful Low Carb Chicken Pakora recipe! Packed with bold Indian spices like garam masala, cumin, and turmeric, these golden, crispy bites are not only irresistibly delicious but also keto-friendly, thanks to the use of almond and coconut flours instead of traditional gram flour. Tender chicken pieces are marinated in a tangy Greek yogurt and spice blend for maximum flavor, then coated in a batter enriched with fresh cilantro and fried to perfection. Ready in just 40 minutes, this protein-rich appetizer is perfect for low-carb diets and pairs beautifully with mint chutney or a zesty dipping sauce. Enjoy restaurant-worthy pakoras in the comfort of your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 100 grams Almond flour
• 50 grams Coconut flour
• 150 grams Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Ginger paste
• 1 tablespoon Garlic paste
• 2 teaspoons Garam masala
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (fresh)
• 500 milliliters Oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are of uniform size for even cooking.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, ginger paste, garlic paste, garam masala, ground cumin, coriander powder, turmeric powder, chili powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix well to form a marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk the egg and mix it with almond flour and coconut flour to form a thick batter.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the batter mixture.

Step 6

Heat oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

Step 7

Dip each marinated chicken piece into the batter, coating it evenly, then carefully place it into the hot oil.

Step 8

Fry in batches, not overcrowding the pan, until the chicken pieces are golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the pakoras from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Serve hot with a side of mint chutney or your favorite sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1433.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6241.7

Total Fat 584.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 631mg	0%
Sodium 5152.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 191.4g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 535.8mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2463.4mg	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: 82.6%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 5.4%