Crispy Vegetable pakora

Ingredients

·         150 g       chickpea flour

·         1 tsp tsp   ground coriander

·         1 tsp         salt

·         1/2 tsp      ground turmeric

·         1/2 tsp     chili powder

·         1 tsp        garam masala

·         2             cloves garlic, crushed

·         1             Cup water

·         200 ml     oil for deep frying

·         100 g       cauliflower florets

·         3              onions, sliced into rings

Method

1.     Sift the chickpea flour into a medium bowl. Mix in the coriander, salt, turmeric, chili powder, garam masala and garlic.

2.     Make a well in the center of the flower. Gradually pour the water into the well and mix to form a thick, smooth batter.

3.     Over medium high heat in a large, heavy saucepan, heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

4.     Coat the cauliflower and onions in the batter and fry them in small batches until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels before serving.