Turai Ke Pakode

Ingredients list for Turai Ke Pakode

• 2 Ridge gourd (turai)
• for deep-frying Oil 2-3 tablespoons +
• 1 cup Gram flour (besan)
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Red chilli powder
• to taste Salt
• to sprinkle Chaat masala

Method

1. Heat sufficient oil in a kadai.
2. Cut ridge gourd into roundels.
3. Combine gram flour, turmeric powder, chilli powder, salt and 3 tablespoons warm oil along with some water to make a smooth batter.
4. Put ridge gourd roundels into the prepared batter and mix well.
5. Deep-fry each roundel into hot oil till golden and crisp. Drain in absorbent paper.
6. Sprinkle some chaat masala on the pakodas and serve hot.