If you’re looking for a delicious and crispy snack for your Ramadan menu, look no further than Brinjal Fry or Baingan Pakora. This popular Indian snack is made with eggplant (brinjal) slices coated in a spiced gram flour batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy. It’s easy to make and tastes absolutely delicious. Whether you’re looking for a snack to break your fast or something to serve during iftar, Brinjal Fry is the perfect choice. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make this tasty snack step by step, along with some helpful tips and FAQs to ensure your Brinjal Fry turns out perfectly every time.
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Crispy Brinjal Fry Recipe (Baingan Pakora) – Perfect for Ramadan Special
4
servings15
minutes5
minutes500
kcalPopular Asian snack perfect for Ramadan special. Follow our step-by-step recipe and helpful tips for best results. Enjoy this tasty and easy-to-make snack during iftar or anytime.
Ingredients
1 Eggplant (Baingan)
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
- For the Batter:
1 cup Gram Flour
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1 tsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp Turmeric Powder
1 tsp Coriander Seed
1 tsp Crushed Red Chilli
Fresh Coriander
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
Water as required
- Cooking Oil for Frying
Directions
- Cut the eggplant into round slices of medium thickness.
- Sprinkle salt, red chilli powder, and turmeric powder on each side of the eggplant slices and keep them aside for 10-15 minutes.
- In the meantime, prepare the batter. In a mixing bowl, add gram flour, salt, red chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, coriander seed, crushed red chilli, fresh coriander, cumin seeds, and enough water to make a thick batter. Mix well.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.
- Dip each eggplant slice into the batter and coat it well.
- Carefully drop the coated eggplant slices into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried eggplant slices with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.
Enjoy your crispy and delicious Brinjal Fry or Baingan Pakora!
Recipe Video
Notes
- To make the eggplant slices crispy, sprinkle salt on both sides of the slices and let them sit for a few minutes. This will remove excess water from the eggplant and make them crispy.
- Use fresh and high-quality gram flour (besan) to make the batter for best results.
- You can adjust the spice level according to your taste by increasing or decreasing the amount of red chilli powder and crushed red chilli.
- Serve the brinjal fry hot and crispy for the best taste.
FAQs:
What type of eggplant should I use for this recipe?
You can use any type of eggplant for this recipe. Just make sure to choose firm and fresh ones.
How do I make the batter crispy?
To make the batter crispy, make sure the oil is hot enough before you start frying. Also, try not to overcrowd the frying pan and fry the eggplant slices in small batches.
Can I make this recipe without deep-frying?
Yes, you can make this recipe by air-frying or baking the eggplant slices instead of deep-frying them. However, the texture may be slightly different