Pakora

Pakora is a savory, deep-fried Indian snack made with pieces of vegetables such as cauliflower and eggplant. Although it is a quintessential Indian snack that can be easily found on numerous street corners, it can also be made at home. Traditionally, pakoras are at their most popular during spring, when the locals enjoy fried foods to celebrate the monsoon season. The snack comes in many varieties but is usually made from two main ingredients - potato, and another vegetable or meat of choice, which is then dipped in flour and deep-fried in ghee. Pakoras are usually seasoned with turmeric, salt, chili, or other spices. There is also bhaji, the same snack with a different name, but made without any seasonings. Bhaji is popular in South India, while pakoras are mostly consumed in North India. Regardless of the nomenclature, pakoras make a great appetizer or a snack, and it is recommended to pair them with chutneys and a hot cup of tea on the side.