Vallarai Podi Onion Pakora

This classic Indian fritter combines thinly sliced onions with a light coating of chickpea and rice flour, seasoned with our aromatic vallarai paruppu podi for a herby, earthy-spicy punch.

Recipe Overview

🌶️ Spice: Medium

🥗 Diet: Vegetarian

⭐ Difficulty: Medium

⏱️ Time: 35 mins

👥 Serves: 8 mins

🌍 Cuisine: Indian

🍽️ Course: Starter

🔪 Prep: 10 mins

🔥 Cook: 25 mins

🎉 Occasion: Snack

About Recipe

A Crispy, Flavor-Packed Snack with a Herbal Twist Craving a crunchy tea-time treat? Try Vallarai Podi Onion Pakora! This classic Indian fritter combines thinly sliced onions with a light coating of chickpea and rice flour, seasoned with our aromatic vallarai paruppu podi for a herby, earthy-spicy punch. Deep-fried to golden perfection, these pakoras are irresistibly crispy on the outside and soft inside. Pair them with mint chutney or tomato sauce for a wholesome, homemade snack that’s perfect for rainy evenings or festive gatherings. The secret is using a premium vallarai podi made with roasted lentils and shade-dried leaves, delivering authentic taste and natural goodness in every bite."

Ingredients List

3 medium sized onion - sliced
Asafoetida, a pinch
2 tsp red chili powder
5 tbsp chickpea flour
2 tbsp rice flour
Salt to taste
1 stick curry leaves
2 green chilies, finely chopped
2 tbsp vallarai paruppu podi

Instructions

1. Take a wide mixing bowl. Add sliced onions, curry leaves and green chilies. Add asafoetida, salt and red chili powder. Mix everything well.
2. Add vallarai paruppu podi, chickpea flour and rice flour. Add water little by little and mix everything well.
3. The batter should not be too thick or thin. Finally, add 1 tbsp oil and mix again. Keep aside for 10 minutes.
4. Heat groundnut oil for deep frying. Deep fry pakora in batches till they turn golden brown and crispy. Serve warm with mint chutney or tomato sauce.