Paleo Potato Pakora

Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, this Paleo Potato Pakora recipe offers a healthy twist on the beloved Indian snack, without compromising on flavor. Made with nutrient-rich sweet potatoes and a grain-free batter of almond flour, chickpea flour, and arrowroot powder, these pakoras are perfectly spiced with earthy cumin, fragrant coriander, and a hint of cayenne heat. Fried to perfection in coconut oil, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch with creamy, tender sweet potato at its core. Ready in just 35 minutes, these gluten-free, dairy-free delights are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party dish. Garnished with fresh cilantro and paired with a paleo-friendly chutney, these pakoras are an innovative homage to a classic, ideal for clean eating enthusiasts and fans of bold, global flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Sweet potatoes
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 1 tablespoon Arrowroot powder
• 2 tablespoons Chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Coconut oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them evenly into thin discs, approximately 1/8 inch thick, to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, arrowroot powder, chickpea flour, garlic powder, cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.

Step 3

Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients while whisking to form a smooth, thick batter. The consistency should be similar to a thick pancake batter.

Step 4

Heat the coconut oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be about 1/2 inch deep.

Step 5

Dip each sweet potato disc into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated on both sides.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated discs into the hot oil, frying a few at a time without overcrowding the pan.

Step 7

Fry the pakoras for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Repeat the frying process with the remaining sweet potato discs.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm with a side of Paleo-compatible chutney or a salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(727.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1980.8

Total Fat 161.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 96.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1404.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.9g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 31.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 383.7mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 292.2mg	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: 71.1%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 22.8%