Ingredients

 To Be Mixed Into A Paneer Stuffing:

 1 cup grated paneer

 1/4 cup grated carrot

 1/4 cup boiled and lightly mashed green peas

 1/2 tsp chilli powder

 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)

 1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)

 Salt to taste

 To Be Mixed Into A Smooth Batter:

 3/4 cup besan (Bengal gram flour)

 1/3 cup water

 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)

 1/4 tsp chilli powder

 A pinch asafoetida (hing)

 Salt to taste

 4 whole wheat bread slices

 Oil for deep-frying   
Method :
  • Makes 4 pakodas
  • Preparation Time:10 mins, Cooking Time: 10 mins
  • Step1: Divide the stuffing into 4 equal portions and keep aside.
  • Step 2: Place a slice of bread on a clean, dry surface and spread a portion of the stuffing evenly over it.
  • Step 3: Place another slice of bread over it, press lightly and cut it diagonally into 2 equal pieces.
  • Step 4: Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make 2 more pieces.
  • Step 5: Dip each piece in the batter till it is evenly coated from all the sides, slide in hot oil and deep-fry on a medium flame till the pakodas turn light brown in colour and crisp from both the sides.
  • Step 6: Drain on absorbent paper.