Appetizers

Pakora

Ingredients:
1/2 pound Chickpea flour (Gram Flour "Besan" in local markets)
1 teaspoon saltClick to find more about salt
1 teaspoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon coriander seed powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon black pepperClick to find more about black pepper
1 medium egg, beaten
1 medium onionClick to find more about onion chopped fine
1 large potatoClick to find more about potato 1/4" cubes
oil for deep frying
water, enough to make paste
Optional Ingredients Spinach to find more about Spinach, eggplant to find more about eggplant, cabbage to find more about cabbage, fresh chilies

Preparation:
Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl and add enough water to make a paste. Mix well.
Take spoonful at a time from the bowl of paste and deep fry it in hot oil tilClick to find more about til golden brown.
Serve with dipping sauces