{"id":9414,"date":"2025-02-27T22:48:34","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T21:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/miviajealaindia.com\/?p=9414"},"modified":"2025-02-27T22:56:45","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T21:56:45","slug":"onion-pakoras","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/","title":{"rendered":"Onion pakoras"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>onion pakoras<\/strong> are one of the most popular snacks in Indian cuisine. Crunchy on the outside and full of spicy flavor on the inside, these fried delicacies are perfect to accompany with a good <a href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/chutney\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7186\"><strong>chutney<\/strong> <\/a>or a cup of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/masala-chai\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"8125\">Masala chai<\/a> <\/strong>hot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today I share my homemade recipe for <strong>onion pakoras<\/strong>Dare to make them at home and enjoy the authentic taste of India! You can also make them with whatever you find in the fridge and scraps of vegetables ... so you have no excuse \ud83d\ude0a.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to learn more about the <strong>pakoras and other Indian snacks<\/strong>don't miss my article on <strong>snacks and street food in India<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Ingredientes_y_recomendaciones\" >Ingredients and recommendations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Ingredientes_para_preparar_pakoras_de_cebolla\" >Ingredients to prepare onion pakoras<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Variantes_de_las_pakoras\" >Variants of the pakoras<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Receta_de_Pakoras_de_Cebolla\" >Onion Pakoras Recipe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Ingredientes\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Instrucciones\" >Instructions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#%C2%BFCon_que_puedo_tomar_las_pakoras_de_cebolla\" >What can I take onion pakoras with?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Otras_recetas_de_snacks_indios\" >Other Indian snack recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Consejo\" >Council<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/onion-pakoras\/#Preguntas_frecuentes\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredientes_y_recomendaciones\"><\/span>Ingredients and recommendations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ingredientes-pakoras-cebolla-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Ingredients to prepare onion pakoras\" class=\"wp-image-7272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ingredientes-pakoras-cebolla-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ingredientes-pakoras-cebolla-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ingredientes-pakoras-cebolla-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/ingredientes-pakoras-cebolla.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredientes_para_preparar_pakoras_de_cebolla\"><\/span>Ingredients to prepare onion pakoras<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> The base of the recipe. You can use white onion, purple onion or a mixture of both for a more intense flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garlic and ginger:<\/strong> They provide an aromatic and slightly spicy touch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Green chili:<\/strong> It gives a spicy point, but you can omit it if you prefer a milder version.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh cilantro:<\/strong> It adds freshness and an unmistakable aroma.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt and spices:<\/strong> The combination of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/garam-masala\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9410\">garam masala<\/a>cumin and chili powder<\/strong> gives that authentic touch to the pakoras.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chickpea flour:<\/strong> It is the key to crispy and light breading. It cannot be substituted by wheat flour, as it would affect the texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Water:<\/strong> Use only enough to achieve a sticky mixture that covers the onion well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunflower oil:<\/strong> Ideal for frying, but you can use any vegetable oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Variantes_de_las_pakoras\"><\/span>Variants of the pakoras<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>pakoras<\/strong> can be prepared with different ingredients. Some of the most popular versions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Spinach pakoras:<\/strong> Substituting spinach leaves for the onion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Potato pakoras:<\/strong> They are made with thin slices of potato instead of onion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggplant pakoras:<\/strong> The eggplant absorbs the spices very well and is delicious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mixed Pakoras:<\/strong> A combination of different vegetables such as cauliflower, peppers and carrots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Receta_de_Pakoras_de_Cebolla\"><\/span>Onion Pakoras Recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredientes\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 <strong>onions<\/strong> (julienned)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves of <strong>garlic<\/strong> (grated)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 <strong>green chili<\/strong> (chopped)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tip of <strong>fresh ginger<\/strong> (grated)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fresh cilantro<\/strong> to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon of <strong>salt<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon of <strong>chili powder<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 teaspoon of <strong>garam masala<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd teaspoon of <strong>ground cumin<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>70 grs of <strong>chickpea flour<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 \u00bd tablespoons of <strong>water<\/strong> (add a little at a time as the mixture needs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunflower oil<\/strong> (for frying)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instrucciones\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare the onion:<\/strong> Cut the onions into julienne strips and separate the strips with your hands. Place in a deep bowl.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add the aromatics:<\/strong> Stir in the grated garlic, ginger, chopped green chili and chopped fresh cilantro (these ingredients are optional and you can adjust the amounts to your liking).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix with the flour:<\/strong> Sprinkle the chickpea flour over the onions and mix with your hands until the onions are completely coated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Incorporate the spices:<\/strong> Add the salt, garam masala, chili powder and cumin. Mix well so that the spices are integrated into the batter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add the water little by little:<\/strong> The mixture should become sticky and compact, but not liquid. There should be no excess of loose flour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fry the pakoras:<\/strong> Heat plenty of oil in a deep frying pan and fry the pakoras over medium-high heat until golden brown and crispy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drain excess oil:<\/strong> Place the pakoras on a plate with paper towels before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCon_que_puedo_tomar_las_pakoras_de_cebolla\"><\/span>What can I take onion pakoras with?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>pakoras<\/strong> are a perfect snack for any occasion and can be accompanied with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/mint-chutney\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9422\"><strong>Mint and coriander chutney<\/strong> <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tamarind chutney<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Yogurt sauce with spices<\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/masala-chai\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"8125\"><strong>Hot masala chai<\/strong> <\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Otras_recetas_de_snacks_indios\"><\/span>Other Indian snack recipes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recipe for <strong>Vegetarian samosas<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recipe for <strong>Eggplant bhajis<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recipe for <strong>Dahi Puri (crispy morsels with yogurt and chutney)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consejo\"><\/span>Council<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do not add too much water<\/strong> to the mixture. It should be sticky, not liquid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fry the pakoras at medium-high temperature.<\/strong> so that they are crispy on the outside and cooked on the inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If you want a crunchier batter<\/strong>Add a pinch of baking soda or a tablespoon of rice powder to the mixture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve freshly made pakoras<\/strong>as they tend to lose their crunchy texture over time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Preguntas_frecuentes\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can I make pakoras without frying?<\/strong><br>The pakoras are traditionally fried, but you can try to make them in <strong>air fryer<\/strong> or baked for a lighter version.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can I make gluten-free pakoras?<\/strong><br>Yes, chickpea flour is naturally <strong>gluten-free<\/strong>This recipe is suitable for celiacs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can the pakoras be saved for another day?<\/strong><br>Yes, although it is better to eat them fresh. If you have leftovers, you can reheat them in the oven or air fryer to recover their crunchy texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcf8 <strong>Have you prepared your onion pakoras yet?<\/strong> Leave me a comment or upload a photo to Instagram with the hashtag. <strong>#cookingwithmiviajealaindia<\/strong>I'd love to see them! \ud83d\ude0d<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Las pakoras de cebolla son uno de los aperitivos m\u00e1s populares de la gastronom\u00eda india. Crujientes por fuera y llenas de sabor especiado en su interior, estas delicias fritas son perfectas para acompa\u00f1ar con un buen chutney o una taza de masala chai caliente. Hoy comparto mi receta casera de pakoras de cebolla, f\u00e1ciles de [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":7273,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","_swt_meta_header_display":false,"_swt_meta_footer_display":false,"_swt_meta_site_title_display":false,"_swt_meta_sticky_header":false,"_swt_meta_transparent_header":false,"iawp_total_views":144,"footnotes":""},"categories":[45],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9414","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recetas"],"uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla.png",1366,768,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla-150x150.png",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla-300x169.png",300,169,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla-768x432.png",768,432,true],"large":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla-1024x576.png",1024,576,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla.png",1366,768,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla.png",1366,768,false],"trp-custom-language-flag":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla.png",18,10,false],"yarpp-thumbnail":["https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/pakoras-de-cebolla-120x120.png",120,120,true]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Isabel","author_link":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/author\/a9b968afa56b6702645eae0b2991bafd\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"Las pakoras de cebolla son uno de los aperitivos m\u00e1s populares de la gastronom\u00eda india. Crujientes por fuera y llenas de sabor especiado en su interior, estas delicias fritas son perfectas para acompa\u00f1ar con un buen chutney o una taza de masala chai caliente. Hoy comparto mi receta casera de pakoras de cebolla, f\u00e1ciles de&hellip;","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9414","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9414"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9414\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7273"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9414"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9414"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/laindiaentusmanos.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9414"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}