The mango season is about to end soon. If you are a true mango lover, you definitely don’t want to miss the chance to enjoy mangoes to the fullest this season. Though you might have tried several recipes made from mangoes, have you ever heard of mango pakodas? The idea of turning sweet and juicy mangoes into pakodas might sound weird at first. However, once you try these pakodas, there will be no going back. The combination of sweet and spicy works quite well, offering an interesting mix of flavours to the palate. So, don’t delay and try this unique recipe before the mangoes are gone from the market.
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What are mango fritters?
As the name suggests, these pakoras are made with mangoes. Mangoes are coated in a spicy gram flour batter and then deep fried to perfection. They offer a unique crunch in every bite and make a great snack to enjoy with evening tea. They are soft on the inside and crispy on the outside, creating an interesting contrast in texture.
What to serve with mango fritters?
Are you wondering what you can have with these unique mango pakoras? There is nothing better than the classic mint chutney. This chutney helps balance the sweetness of mango and adds a tadka of spice. Apart from this, you can also serve these pakoras with red chilli chutney. If you can make both these chutneys at home, it is even better.
How to make Mango Pakora at home | Mango Pakora Recipe
The recipe of Mango Pakora is shared on Instagram page @naturallynidhi. First, add ginger, green chillies, fennel seeds, carom seeds, coriander leaves, basil and coriander leaves in a mortar. Grind them coarsely. Next, take a large bowl and add gram flour, rice flour, red chilli powder, turmeric, salt, garam masala, baking soda, oil and the prepared masala paste. Add water slowly to prepare a smooth batter. Be careful not to add too much water as we don’t want the batter to be too thin. Heat oil in a pan on low-medium flame. Now apply the gram flour batter on the sliced mangoes and fry till golden brown. Once done, transfer to a plate lined with tissue paper to drain excess oil. Serve hot, sprinkle chaat masala and enjoy!
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Watch the detailed recipe video below:
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Try making these delicious pakodas at home and let us know in the comments how you liked them. Happy snacking!
