Chicken Pakora Recipe

Chicken Pakora is a popular Pakistani snack that consists of boneless chicken pieces that are coated in a spiced batter made with chickpea flour and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The chicken pieces are usually marinated in a mixture of spices, yogurt, and lemon juice to add flavor and tenderness before being coated in the batter.

Chicken Pakora is usually served with a variety of chutneys, such as mint or tamarind, and makes for a delicious appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. The crispy outer layer and juicy chicken inside make it a favorite among many food lovers.

Ingredients to make Chicken Pakora

1. Chicken boneless 1 cup
2. Soy sauce 1 tbsp
3. Chili garlic sauce 1 tbsp
4. Salt a pinch (if required)
5. Lemon juice 1 tsp
6. For batter:
7. Gram flour (besan) 1/2 cup
8. Salt 1/2 tsp
9. Baking powder 1/2 tsp
10. Water to make paste
11. Oil for frying

Process of Making Chicken Pakora

• 1- First marinate chicken with soy sauce, chili garlic sauce, salt, and lemon juice.
• 2- Keep the marinated chicken in fridge for minimum 1/2 hour.
• 3- Then in a mixing bowl, add gram flour, salt and baking powder.
• 4- Make a thick paste with water.
• 5- Then, dip each piece of marinated chicken in gram flour mixture and deep fry in medium hot oil till chicken tender and get a good golden color on top.
• 6- Put them on paper towel to absorb excess oil.
• 7- Serve with ketchup or with your favorite chutney and enjoy.