BATTER ’EM UP

Monsoon is the perfect season for gorging ourselves on crispy, golden fritters. Chefs share a few simple pakoda recipes to keep you warm

Ruella Philips

Digging into a bowl of pakodas is nearly irresistible, especially on a rainy day. The weather literally summons for a cup of hot chai and sizzling pakodas. Whether made of onions, potatoes, or any other vegetable, these golden beauties are loved by all. Although the onion and potato variants are the most popular, also because they are easily available, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t treat your taste buds to a host of other fancier variants — from kale and spinach to zucchini and eggs, one can turn any one of your favourite ingredients into a pakoda.

Here, we have collated a few easy-to-make recipes to help you whip up some comfort food when it is pouring outside. So, get cooking, guys!