Bread Pakora

Trust me, these are yummy version of bread pakode and a lot lesser calories. Try them  I promise , you won’t regret . Enjoy the bread pakode with grilled effect.

Ingredients:

Filling:

3 – 4 medium size Potatoes, Boiled and Mashed
1 boiled and mashed sweet potato
 1 onion, finely chopped
 2 tbsp finely chopped Cilantro
 ¼ tsp (or less or more) Red chili powder / Cayenne
 1/4 tsp to 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala
 1/4 cup of Cilantro chutney (optional)
 Salt to taste

For the Coating:

1 cup Chickpea flour / Besan
 1/4 tsp Red chili powder
 1/4 tsp Turmeric Powder
 1/4 tsp Garam masala powder
 1/2 tsp Ajwain/ Carom seeds
 1 tsp Garlic paste or grated garlic ( Optional )
 8 slices of White  Bread
 Water as required
 Salt to taste

Method:

Preparing the Stuffing :

1) In a bowl , take the mashed potatoes and add onion, red chili powder, chaat masala , chopped cilantro and salt to it.

2) Mix well. Check the seasoning and adjust accordingly. Keep aside.

Preparing the Pakoras:

1) In a big bowl, take the chickpea flour and add ajwain, red chili powder, garam masala powder, turmeric powder, grated garlic and salt. Mix well.

2) Add water slowly and mix well to make sure there are no lumps in the batter. The batter should be of a smooth consistency but not too runny. Set aside for 15 mins.

3) Pre-heat the grill and drop a few drops of the batter to the hot grill machine / non stick grill pan . Check seasoning and adjust accordingly.
4) Take 2 slices of bread and spread a teaspoon of cilantro chutney on both . Take the prepared filling and apply it on one slice, evenly.
5) Cover the layered slice with the 2nd slice and cut into any shape that you like .

6) Holding the prepared , sliced part securely in your hand , dip it in the batter and coat evenly on both sides . Let any extra batter drip in the bowl.
7) Carefully place it on the pre-heated grill machine and let it cook for a minute or two. Close the grill machine and grill until well cooked , crisp and brown. Flip once , if required for even colouring .
8) Once ready , sprinkle some chaat masala and serve with your favourite chutney or Ketchup. Best enjoyed with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

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