stuffed onion pakoda recipe | bharwa pyaz ka pakoda | aloo stuffed onion pakoda | Indian stuffed onion pakora |
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stuffed onion pakoda recipe | bharwa pyaz ka pakoda | aloo stuffed onion pakoda | Indian stuffed onion pakora is a unique snack in which aloo mixture is stuffed in onion shelves. Learn how to make bharwa pyaz ka pakoda.
Pakodas and a cup of hot masala tea is a heavenly combination. It is quite famous on the streets of Mumbai too. You must have deifinitely tasted aloo pakora and paneer pakora, but next time when you want to impress your family or guests you can try bharwa pyaz ka pakoda.
As the name says aloo stuffed onion pakoda is a combination of potatoes and onions in one mouthfeel. Moreover you will experience onions through and through in these pakoras as here the onion shelves are stuffed with a mixture of mashed potatoes and finely chopped onions along with a mix of Indian spices for that added touch of aroma and flavours.
The batter of these Indian stuffed onion pakora is just flawless with the perfect proportion of besan and rice flour to lend the needed crispiness. Though baking soda is optional, we strongly recommend adding it as it makes the pakoras a tad fluffy and all the more delectable to bite into.
Tips for stuffed onion pakoda. 1. Ensure that the second halve of the onion covers the stuffing completely and fits well inside the first onion halve. 2. Deep frying on a slow flame is important for the onion shelves to cook well. 3. Instead of potatoes, you can use grated paneer.
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For stuffed onion pakoda- To make stuffed onion pakoda, peel and cut the onions into halves and separate each layer of onion halve. Keep aside.
- Divide the potato stuffing into 16 equal portions.
- Stuff a portion in one onion halve, cover it with another onion halve and press slightly to seal the stuffing.
- Heat the oil in a deep non-stcik pan, dip the potato stuffed onions into the besan batter one by one and deep fry in hot oil on a slow flame till they turn golden brown and crisp.
- Serve the stuffed onion pakoda immediately.
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stuffed onion pakoda recipe | bharwa pyaz ka pakoda | aloo stuffed onion pakoda | Indian stuffed onion pakora | is made of cheap and easily available ingredients in India:
To be mixed into a potato stuffing: 4 small onions, 1½ cups boiled and mashed potatoes, ¼ cup finely chopped onions, 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander, 2 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste, ½ tsp green chilli paste, ¼ tsp chilli powder, ¼ tsp chaat masala, ½ tsp turmeric powder and salt to taste. See the below list of image of ingredients for stuffed onion khichdi.
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For besan batter: 1 cups besan (bengal gram flour), 2 tbsp rice flour (chawal ka atta), 1 tsp chilli powder, ½ tsp turmeric powder (haldi), ¼ tsp asafoetida (hing), 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania), ¼ tsp baking soda, optional, salt to taste and 2 tbsp hot oil. See the below image of list of ingredients for batter of stuffed onion pakoda.
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Take 4 small onions. We recommend you use small sized onions, so there is no wastage.
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Cut the bottom and top edge of each onion.
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Peel the skin off and discard it.
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Cut each onion into two halves.
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Separate each layer of the onion halve. We need 32 onion shells in all to make 16 pakodas. Keep aside.
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To make stuffed onion pakoda recipe | bharwa pyaz ka pakoda | aloo stuffed onion pakoda | Indian stuffed onion pakora | in a deep bowl, add 1 1/2 cups boiled and mashed potatoes.
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Add 1/4 cup finely chopped onions.
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Add 2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania).
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Add 2 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste.
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Add 1/2 tsp green chilli paste.
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Add 1/4 tsp chilli powder.
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Add 1/4 tsp chaat masala.
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Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
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Add salt to taste.
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Mix well. Keep aside.
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For the batter, add 1 cup besan (bengal gram flour) in a deep bowl.
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Add 2 tbsp rice flour (chawal ka atta). This adds the necessary crispness to the pakoda.
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Add 1 tsp chilli powder.
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Add 1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
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Add 1/4 tsp asafoetida (hing).
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Add 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania).
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Add 2 pinches baking soda and salt to taste.
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Add 1 tbsp hot oil. This helps to make the brinjal pakoda crispy.
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Add 3/4 cup of water.
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Mix well using a whisk till no lumps remain. The batter has to be very smooth. Keep aside.
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Divide the stuffing into 16 equal portions.
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Take one onion shell.
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Stuff a portion of the stuffing in the onion shell.
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Cover it with another onion shell and press slightly to seal the stuffing. Ensure that the second shell of the onion covers the stuffing completely and fits well inside the first onion shell.
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Heat the oil in deep non-stick pan.
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Dip each potato stuffed onion in besan batter till it coats the onion well from all sides.
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Add the batter coated pakoda in hot oil.
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Deep fry the potato stuffed onion till golden brown and crisp.
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Drain on an absorbent paper.
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Serve stuffed onion pakoda recipe | bharwa pyaz ka pakoda | aloo stuffed onion pakoda | Indian stuffed onion pakora | immediately.
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Ensure that the second halve of the onion covers the stuffing completely and fits well inside the first onion halve.
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Deep frying on a slow flame is important for the onion shelves to cook well.
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Instead of potatoes, you can use grated paneer.
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