Ribbon Pakora or commonly known as pakavada /ola pakavada/tape pakavada in Kerala is a crisp snack which can be served with tea.This can be prepared in no time and with very less efforts.We all love this snack a lot and so made these.I always tried the fried version and so had started avoiding this snack as its deep fried.But now for a change ,I have started trying out the baked version of these pakoras.It was a very successful effort,they were very crisp just like the fried version(see pics below the broken bits are baked).The only drawback what I felt is a slight change in the taste,the baked ones had a milder taste compared to the fried ones.The oil adds taste to the deep fried ones and that was the only missing in the baked batch.However,If you are health conscious and would love to avoid deep frying,you can always go ahead & try the baked version.And I tried both baked & fried version,a batch each and kids enjoyed the fried ones while we enjoyed the baked !!
Ingredients
rice flour 1.5 cups
kadalamavu/besan/ gram flour 1 cup
chilly powder 3/4 -1.5 tbsp
asafoetida /hing /kayam podi 1/2 tsp
salt
oil 2 tsp
curry leaves 2 -3 sprigs
For frying
oil for deep frying
Method
-Mix both the flours together without any lumps.Add salt,chilly powder,asafoetida ,oil (2 tsp)and mix.
-Add in half cup water (or more ) and make a smooth dough.
-Take a idiyappam press or mould with the pakora cutter/plate in it.Add the dough in it,close.
FOR FRYING VERSION-
-Heat oil in a wok and when oil is hot.Press down the mould in the oil in circular motion until filled.
-Turn both sides of pakora with a slotted spoon and fry till golden brown.
-Fry the curry leaves and add.
-Serve with tea !!
FOR BAKED VERSION-
-Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line tray with parchment paper.
-Press the idiyappam press in a single line and leaving space in between.
-Bake in the oven for 12-14 mins ,turn and bake the other side for 7-10 mins until crisp and moving in the tray.
-Break in pieces and serve!!
Servings ~ a large bowl
NOTES
* Adding fried curry leaves increases the flavor .
* Baking time totally depends on the thickness of the pakoras and the type of plates you are using.Please keep a close watch on this.
* Chilly powder can be increased depending on your taste buds.
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(Fried version) |
Ingredients
rice flour 1.5 cups
kadalamavu/besan/ gram flour 1 cup
chilly powder 3/4 -1.5 tbsp
asafoetida /hing /kayam podi 1/2 tsp
salt
oil 2 tsp
curry leaves 2 -3 sprigs
For frying
oil for deep frying
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(Baked Vs.Fried) |
Method
-Mix both the flours together without any lumps.Add salt,chilly powder,asafoetida ,oil (2 tsp)and mix.
-Add in half cup water (or more ) and make a smooth dough.
-Take a idiyappam press or mould with the pakora cutter/plate in it.Add the dough in it,close.
FOR FRYING VERSION-
-Heat oil in a wok and when oil is hot.Press down the mould in the oil in circular motion until filled.
-Turn both sides of pakora with a slotted spoon and fry till golden brown.
-Fry the curry leaves and add.
-Serve with tea !!
FOR BAKED VERSION-
-Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and line tray with parchment paper.
-Press the idiyappam press in a single line and leaving space in between.
-Bake in the oven for 12-14 mins ,turn and bake the other side for 7-10 mins until crisp and moving in the tray.
-Break in pieces and serve!!
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(Baked Version) |
Servings ~ a large bowl
NOTES
* Adding fried curry leaves increases the flavor .
* Baking time totally depends on the thickness of the pakoras and the type of plates you are using.Please keep a close watch on this.
* Chilly powder can be increased depending on your taste buds.
36 comments:
Yummy,Love both versions dear...
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Ribbon pakoda is one of my favorite snack. Love the fact that you have tried both the fried and the baked versions.. I am leaning towards the baked version..
Nice try in baking method. I would have sure not done this. Good effort. Looks super crunchy on both versions.
Yummy and perfect snack
Nice try,baking it
cool...nice alternative. hubby is fond of pakoras. will try this soon.
Its my favorite tea time snack. Loved the guilt free baked version
Baking pakkavada sounds very interesting...it has come out very well..must try
Love to munch this anytime...
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Crunchy & crispy, perfect snack
they have turned out perfect!
The ribbons look so crunchy and delicious Julie!
BAked ribbon pakoda! really tempting me
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I am going to try the bake version soon..I do not have the idli press, can i roll out the dough in the form of a roti and cut strips?
So authentic and so tasty.. love it with coffee or tea!!! tastes heaven!!!
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wow loved the guilt free baked version Julie... thanks for sharing...
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perfectly made.. delicious crispies..
good one
Yummy and perfect evening snack Julie. Made perfectly dear.
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Wow Julie this is yum.
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Crispy pakora. Looks perfect!!
Love these, would like to try the baked version sometime..
very tempting and healthy pakodas. love the baking version
Healthy and delicious,baking sounds interesting.
Somehow feel like munching those deepfried ones eventhough i want to give a try to those baked ones, wonderful crispy pakodas.
I eat a lot when it is fried. if it is baked, no doubt, I will keep on eating this. looks crispy.
The ribbons look so crunchy and delicious...
wow... ribbon pakodas look perfect... crispy and delicious..
I love this pakoda, I am going for fried version.
loved the baked version
Love the bake version of these yummy pakodas!!
Love these, baked versions sounds good
yummy n crunchy snack...
Am intending to bake these. I thought a higher temperature would be required as these are fried in hot oil. Will try these tomorrow.
Best wishes on your try.. do lemme kno how it turns out too 😊
Best wishes on your try.. do lemme kno how it turns out too 😊
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