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Onion Pakora
Air fryer pakoras need a thick batter. A runny one drips through the basket.
TEMP190°CTIME12 MINSERVES2
Ingredients
- 2 onions, thinly sliced
- ½ cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 green chilli, chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp red chilli powder (optional)
- ¼ tsp turmeric (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped coriander (optional)
- A few curry leaves, torn (optional)
- Salt, 1 tbsp oil, 2–3 tbsp water
Steps
- Rub salt into the sliced onions and rest them for 5 min so they release water.
- Add the besan, spices, chilli and herbs. Mix into a thick, sticky batter with only a splash of water.
- Line the basket with perforated parchment or grease it well. Drop small clumps in and spray with oil.
- Air fry at 190°C for 10–12 min, flipping halfway.
Tip: Air fryer pakoras need a thick batter. A runny one drips through the basket.