Fried and Fabulous: The Allure of Homemade Bread Pakodas

 

Bread pakoda is a popular Indian street food and snack that is loved for its crispy and flavorful taste. It is made by coating bread slices with a spiced gram flour batter and deep frying them until they become golden brown and crispy. Bread pakoda is often enjoyed with green chutney (made from coriander, mint, and spices) or ketchup.

Ingredients for preparing bread pakoda:

  • Bread slices
  • Gram flour (besan) - 1 cup
  • Water - ½ cup
  • Salt - ½ teaspoon
  • Red chili powder - ½ teaspoon
  • Turmeric powder - ¼ teaspoon
  • Garam masala - ½ teaspoon
  • Dry mango powder (amchur) - ½ teaspoon
  • Baking soda - a pinch
  • Oil - for frying
  • Green chutney or ketchup - for serving
Instructions for cooking:
  • In a bowl, mix gram flour, salt, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, amchur powder, and a pinch of baking soda.
  • Gradually add water to the mixture and whisk until you get a smooth, thick batter without lumps.
  • Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium heat.
  • Take two bread slices and remove the edges if you like. Cut each slice diagonally to make two triangles.
  • Dip each bread triangle into the besan batter, making sure it's coated on both sides.
  • Carefully drop the coated bread triangle into the hot oil and fry until it turns golden brown and crispy. Flip it to fry evenly on both sides.
  • Once cooked, remove the bread pakoda from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with a paper towel to remove excess oil.
  • Repeat the process for the remaining bread triangles and batter.
  • Serve the bread pakodas hot with green chutney or ketchup.
  • Enjoy your delicious homemade bread pakodas!


Overall, bread pakoda is a delightful and flavorful snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Its simplicity, delicious taste, and easy preparation make it a favorite snack option in many Indian households and street food stalls.

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