 Onion Pakora | |
| Alternative names | Pakoda, pikora, bhajiya, pakodi, ponako, pakura, fakkura, phulauri, bora, chop |
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| Type | Fritter |
| Course | Appetizer or snack |
| Place of origin | South Asia[1][2][3] |
| Region or state | South Asia |
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| Similar dishes | Kyet thun kyaw Pholourie |
Pakora (pronounced [pəˈkɔːɽa]) is a fritter originating from the Indian subcontinent. They are sold by street vendors and served in restaurants across South Asia.[5] It often consists of vegetables such as potatoes and onions, which are coated in seasoned gram flour batter and deep fried.
The pakora is known also under other spellings including pikora, pakoda, pakodi and regional names such as bhaji, bhajiya, bora, ponako, and chop.
- ^ "Pakora - food". Britannica.com. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ^ Bloom, Leora Y. (10 May 2016). "Pakoras are tasty, versatile treats from the Indian subcontinent that work well as appetizers, snacks or meals". The Seattle Times. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ^ Sanghvi, Vir (18 April 2015). "Take pride in the bonda or pakora. It is our gift to the world". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 23 January 2018.
- ^ "Hot Pink Puris and Onion Pakoras - the Brightest Snack You've Ever Seen?". 29 August 2013.
- ^ Devi, Yamuna (1999). Lord Krishna's Cuisine: The Art of Indian Vegetarian cooking. New York: E. P. Dutton. pp. 447–466, Pakoras: Vegetable Fritters. ISBN 0-525-24564-2.