Spice up your winter: 10 perfect pakodas to savour on chilly evenings

Onion pakoda This is a classic crispy snack made with gram flour, thinly sliced onions and spices. You can have it with pav or bread or just with green mint chutney. 

Spinach pakoda Spinach or palak pakodas are made with fresh spinach leaves dipped in a spiced gram flour batter.

Paneer pakoda Soft cottage cheese cubes coated in seasoned batter, offer a delicious protein-rich option.

Cauliflower fritters Bite-sized cauliflower florets are fried to golden perfection. The gobi pakodas go well with mint chutney.

Aloo pakoda Thin potato slices are coated in a savoury batter and deep-fried for a crispy treat.

Bread pakoda Bread slices are stuffed with spiced potato filling, dipped in batter and fried to golden brown. 

Banana flower pakoda Made with banana blossoms, these are nutrient-packed and have a unique flavour.

Methi pakoda A mix of fenugreek leaves and spices, methi pakodas offer a bitter-sweet taste that’s comforting in winter.

Mixed vegetable pakoda A medley of finely chopped vegetables like carrots, cabbage and beans, bound in a spiced batter, these fritters are perfect if you want to avoid potatoes. 

Chilli pakoda Large green chillies are stuffed with a tangy filling and are coated with batter and fried. It is a treat for those who love a spicy kick.

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