Green Banana Pakoras

This is a recipe for green banana fritters in the traditional Maharashtrian style. Serve hot with chutney.

Ingredients

• 2 medium green bananas, peeled and cut into thin slices
• 2 ½ cups chickpea flour
• 1 teaspoon rice flour
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 pinch baking soda
• salt to taste
• 0.5 cup water, or as needed
• 0.5 cup oil for frying, or as needed

Steps

1. Peel bananas and cut into thin slices. Soak in a bowl of salted water for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, mix chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric, chili powder, salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Add enough water to moisten the mixture; the batter should be neither too thick nor too runny in consistency. Keep stirring the batter to prevent lumps.
3. Heat a generous amount of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
4. Drain banana slices and pat dry with paper towels. Dip in batter and place in the hot oil. Fry in batches until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.