Chopped Palak Pakoras by Zarnak Sidhwa

Ingredients:

• Chopped spinach leaves 3 cups (packed)
• Chickpea flour 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 cups
• Rice flour 2-1/2 tbsp
• Red chili powder 1/2 tsp
• Roasted cumin powder 1/2 tsp
• Finely chopped green chilies 2-3
• Ginger-garlic paste 1 tsp
• Mint leaves finely chopped 10-12
• Finely chopped fresh coriander leaves 2 tbsp
• Hot oil 2 tbsp
• Water as required
• Salt to taste
• Oil for deep frying

Method:

1. Mix all  ingredients adding salt and 2 tbsp hot oil.
2. Add very little water and mix.
3. The batter should be stiff and just coat the spinach leaves.
4. Heat oil and deep-fry the pakoras to a golden brown color.
5. Do not over crowd the vessel.