Pakora

/pəˈkoʊrə/
noun

A small piece of food, especially vegetables or meat, that is coated in a batter and deep-fried until crispy.

I love having spinach pakoras as a snack.
Visual representation of "pakora" - A small piece of food, especially vegetables or meat, that is coated in a batter and deep-fried until crispy.

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crispy pakora,vegetable pakora,spiced pakora

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A traditional Indian snack that can consist of meat, vegetables, or fish, dipped in a spiced gram flour batter and cooked until golden brown.

We made a batch of onion pakoras for the party.
Visual representation of "pakora" - A traditional Indian snack that can consist of meat, vegetables, or fish, dipped in a spiced gram flour batter and cooked until golden brown.

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onion pakora,chicken pakora,paneer pakora

noun

A small piece of food, especially vegetables or meat, that is coated in a batter and deep-fried until crispy.

I love having spinach pakoras as a snack.
Visual representation of "pakora" - A small piece of food, especially vegetables or meat, that is coated in a batter and deep-fried until crispy.

Usage tips

Neutral

crispy pakora,vegetable pakora,spiced pakora

noun

A traditional Indian snack that can consist of meat, vegetables, or fish, dipped in a spiced gram flour batter and cooked until golden brown.

We made a batch of onion pakoras for the party.
Visual representation of "pakora" - A traditional Indian snack that can consist of meat, vegetables, or fish, dipped in a spiced gram flour batter and cooked until golden brown.

Usage tips

Neutral

onion pakora,chicken pakora,paneer pakora

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Cultural significance

Pakoras are often served during festivals and celebrations.

During Diwali, it's common to serve a variety of pakoras.
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Regional variations

Different regions in India may have unique twists on pakora.

Mumbai has its famous aloo (potato) pakora.
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Flavor profile

The flavors depend on the spices used.

Pakoras can be made spicy or mild depending on preference.
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Cultural significance

Pakoras are often served during festivals and celebrations.

During Diwali, it's common to serve a variety of pakoras.
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Regional variations

Different regions in India may have unique twists on pakora.

Mumbai has its famous aloo (potato) pakora.
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Flavor profile

The flavors depend on the spices used.

Pakoras can be made spicy or mild depending on preference.
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Cultural significance

Pakoras are often served during festivals and celebrations.

During Diwali, it's common to serve a variety of pakoras.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Regional variations

Different regions in India may have unique twists on pakora.

Mumbai has its famous aloo (potato) pakora.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Flavor profile

The flavors depend on the spices used.

Pakoras can be made spicy or mild depending on preference.
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