How to Make Masala Corn Pakora (Corn Fritters)

Ingredients:

• Sweet corn kernels – 1 cup (boiled)

• Besan (gram flour) – 1/2 cup

• Rice flour – 2 tbsp (for extra crispiness)

• Onion – 1 (finely chopped)

• Green chilies – 2 (finely chopped)

• Coriander leaves – a handful (chopped)

• Ginger – 1 tsp (grated)

• Red chili powder – 1/2 tsp

• Garam masala – 1/4 tsp

• Ajwain (carom seeds) – 1/2 tsp

• Salt – to taste

• Water – as needed

• Oil – for deep frying

🍳 Instructions:

1. Mash the boiled corn slightly with a spoon or pulse in a mixer for a coarse texture.

2. In a bowl, mix corn, onion, chilies, ginger, coriander, and all spices.

3. Add besan and rice flour. Mix well. Add just enough water to make a thick batter.

4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the oil.

5. Fry on medium flame until golden and crispy.

6. Drain on paper towels.

🍋 Serve With:

• Green chutney or tomato ketchup

• A hot cup of masala chai!