How To Make Kuttu Pakora For Navratri Fasting

By: Payal

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Navratri snacks are more than just food, they are tradition. Crispy kuttu pakora made with buckwheat flour and potatoes is a vrat-time classic.

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Why Kuttu Flour Is Used For Navratri

Kuttu or buckwheat flour is gluten-free, light, and filling. It is a common fasting ingredient that adds energy while keeping meals vrat-friendly.

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Ingredients:

1 cup Kuttu Flour
5-6 Boiled Potato
1 green chilli, chopped
1/2 tsp jeera
A pinch of hing
1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
1/4 tsp Cumin Powder
1/2 tsp Coriander Powder
1 tsp red chilli powder
Coriander leaves
Oil as required
Rock Salt, to taste

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How To Make The Batter

Mash potatoes in a bowl, add buckwheat flour, spices, coriander, and rock salt. Add water slowly. The batter should be smooth but not watery.

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Frying The Pakoras Step By Step

Heat oil in a pan. Drop small portions of batter into hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid crowding. Flip gently until golden and crisp.

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Best Ways To Serve Kuttu Pakora

Serve hot with green chutney, dahi, or simple aloo curry. These crispy fritters pair perfectly with other vrat staples on your festive plate.

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Tips To Make Crispy Pakoras

Do not let batter rest too long or it will thin out. 
Adjust spices to taste. 
Fry on medium flame for a crisp outer layer and soft inside.

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