Sugar-Free Fish Pakora
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite with Sugar-Free Fish Pakora, a light yet flavor-packed Indian snack perfect for any occasion. Made with tender, juicy white fish fillets coated in a spiced batter of gram flour and rice flour, these fritters are completely free of added sugars but bursting with bold, aromatic flavors. The batter, infused with ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric, garam masala, and carom seeds, provides a delightful crunch while locking in moisture. A touch of lemon juice and fresh coriander brighten the flavors, making every bite irresistibly tangy and savory. Quick to make with just 20 minutes of prep time, these golden-brown pakoras are best served hot with mint chutney or a zesty dip. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or as part of a festive spread, this healthier version of fish pakora delivers all the satisfaction with none of the guilt.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams white fish fillets
- 100 grams gram flour (besan)
- 50 grams rice flour
- 150 milliliters water
- 2 tablespoons ginger garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 0.5 teaspoon carom seeds (ajwain)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 500 milliliters oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry using a paper towel.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, rice flour, ginger garlic paste, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, carom seeds, and salt.
Step 3
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth batter is formed. Ensure the batter is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Step 4
Add lemon juice and chopped coriander leaves to the batter and mix well.
Step 5
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Step 6
Dip each piece of fish into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
Step 7
Carefully place the coated fish pieces into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Step 8
Fry each batch for 5-6 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
Serve hot with mint chutney or your favorite dip.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1379.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5507.7 |
| Total Fat 515.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 74.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 250mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2763.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 131.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.9g | |
| Protein 132.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1000IU | 0% |
| Calcium 252.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3023.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories