Spiced Chickpea and Paneer Fritters

A delicious and crispy Indian snack made with spiced chickpea and paneer fritters, perfect for any occasion. This recipe is inspired by the street food of India, where fritters are a staple snack. With a perfect blend of spices and crispy exterior, these fritters are sure to delight anyone.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cups Chickpea flour
• 1 cup Grated paneer
• 2 tsp Ginger paste
• 1 tsp Garlic paste
• 1 tsp Green chili
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 1 tsp Red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp Garam masala powder
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1 cup Oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, grated paneer, ginger paste, garlic paste, green chili, cumin seeds, coriander powder, red chili powder, and garam masala powder.

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   Step 2: Add lemon juice and mix well. The mixture should be smooth and free of lumps.

3. 3

   Step 3: Heat butter in a pan over medium heat. Once melted, add the mixture and mix well.

4. 4

   Step 4: Add salt and mix well.

5. 5

   Step 5: Using a spoon, drop small balls of the mixture into the hot butter. Flatten each ball slightly.

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   Step 6: Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

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   Step 7: Remove the fritters from the pan and place them on a paper towel-lined plate.

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   Step 8: Serve the fritters hot with a dollop of yogurt or chutney, if desired.

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   Step 9: To make the yogurt sauce, mix together yogurt, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Adjust the seasoning as needed.

💡 Pro Tips

To avoid fritters from breaking apart while frying, make sure not to overmix the mixture. Also, do not overcrowd the pan while frying, cook in batches if necessary. For storage, let the fritters cool completely and then store them in an airtight container.

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