{"id":"3125882c-de4c-4470-bdc7-c75ac06c7467","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/3125882c-de4c-4470-bdc7-c75ac06c7467","source_url":"https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/bread-pakora-recipe/","title":"Bread Pakora Recipe (Bread Pakoda)","description":"These crisp fried potato stuffed bread pakoras are a popular breakfast snack from North India. These are super delicious and makes for a great party snack. Enjoy them with green chutney or ketchup.","servings":6,"servings_text":"6","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT30M","image_url":"https://www.indianhealthyrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/bread-pakora.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"6 slices bread","item":"bread","quantity":6,"unit":"slice"},{"text":"oil (as needed for shallow or deep frying)","item":"oil","preparation":"as needed for shallow or deep frying"},{"text":"1 ½ cups potatoes ( cubed (3 medium))","item":"potatoes ( cubed (3 medium))","quantity":1.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"¼ cup green peas ( (optional))","item":"green peas ( (optional))","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 tablespoon oil","item":"oil","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 sprig curry leaves ((optional))","item":"curry leaves ((optional))","quantity":1,"unit":"sprig"},{"text":"1 pinch asafoetida ((hing))","item":"asafoetida ((hing))","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch"},{"text":"2 green chilies (chopped)","item":"green chilies","quantity":2,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ginger paste","item":"ginger paste","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"3 tablespoon coriander leaves (finely chopped)","item":"coriander leaves","quantity":3,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"finely chopped"},{"text":"½ teaspoon red chili powder","item":"red chili powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon garam masala","item":"garam masala","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"⅛ teaspoon turmeric","item":"turmeric","quantity":0.125,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon salt ((adjust to taste))","item":"salt ((adjust to taste))","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon lemon juice (or as needed)","item":"lemon juice","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp","preparation":"or as needed"},{"text":"¾ cup gram flour ((besan) (can use coarse besan for crunch))","item":"gram flour ((besan) (can use coarse besan for crunch))","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 to 3 tablespoons rice flour ((or cornstarch))","item":"rice flour ((or cornstarch))","quantity":2,"quantity_max":3,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon red chili powder","item":"red chili powder","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"⅛ teaspoon turmeric","item":"turmeric","quantity":0.125,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ teaspoon salt ((adjust to taste))","item":"salt ((adjust to taste))","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ to ¾ teaspoon carom seeds (or ajwain or vaamu)","item":"carom seeds","quantity":0.5,"quantity_max":0.75,"unit":"tsp","preparation":"or ajwain or vaamu"},{"text":"Water as needed","item":"Water as needed"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Steam or boil potatoes just until done without making them mushy.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":2,"text":"You can also boil the potatoes in a cooker for 2 whistles. I prefer to steam them as it is easy to keep an eye.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":3,"text":"You can skip green peas. If using then steam the green peas too along with the potatoes.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":4,"text":"When they are done, peel and mash them well and set aside.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":5,"text":"Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a pan","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":6,"text":"Then saute ginger, green chilies and curry leaves (optional) until it begins to smell good. Turn off the stove.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":7,"text":"Add red chili powder, garam masala and turmeric. Mix well.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":8,"text":"Transfer mashed potatoes, peas, half teaspoon salt and coriander leaves. Squeeze some lemon juice if you like. Mix everything well. Taste test and add more salt if needed.","section":"Make Stuffing"},{"number":9,"text":"Arrange 3 bread slices on a chopping board or plate.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":10,"text":"Optional - If you have green chutney or sauce, you can also smear that to one or both the slices.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":11,"text":"Place the potato masala over 3 bread slices. Cover each slice with another one.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":12,"text":"Press gently and cut each sandwich to 2 triangles. Set these aside.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":13,"text":"Heat oil in a pan for shallow or deep frying. You can use as less as possible if using a nonstick pan.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":14,"text":"While the oil heats prepare the batter. In another bowl, mix together besan, ajwain, red chili powder, salt, rice flour and turmeric.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":15,"text":"Pour water just enough to make the batter that is neither too thick nor too thin. It must be similar to the mirchi bajji batter.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":16,"text":"Check if the oil is hot by dropping a little amount of batter in the oil. The batter has to rise without browning. This is the right temperature.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":17,"text":"Do this only when the oil is ready to fry. Place each sandwiched bread in the batter and gently coat it with the batter on both the sides. You may need to use both your hands.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":18,"text":"Swipe off the excess batter and Gently slide this to the hot oil and do not disturb it for a minute.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":19,"text":"You can add 2 or more pakoras in one batch depending on the size of your pan.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":20,"text":"Fry bread pakora on a medium heat until golden on one side. Then turn them to the other side and fry till both the sides turn crisp and golden. Remove to a colander or kitchen tissue.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":21,"text":"Ensure the oil is moderately hot and not extremely hot before you fry the next batch of bread pakora. If needed reduce the heat/flame before adding the next one.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":22,"text":"Serve bread pakora hot or warm with green chutney or sauce.","section":"How to Make Bread Pakora"},{"number":23,"text":"For the air fryer method make the batter slightly thick and dip your potato filled sandwiches in the batter. Coat them with the batter on both the sides. Gently shake and place on the parchment paper.","section":"Bread Pakora in Air Fryer"},{"number":24,"text":"Air fry at 200 C or 400 F for 8 mins. Gently loosen and remove with a wooden spatula and turn it to the other side. Air fry for another 6 to 7 mins. Adjust the timings slightly. The bread pakora covering has to turn golden and crisp.","section":"Bread Pakora in Air Fryer"}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:49:10.129324+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:49:10.129324+00:00"}