How do you make pakora batter?

* 1 cup besan (gram flour)

* 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder

* 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

* 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds

* 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder

* 1/4 teaspoon garam masala

* Salt to taste

* Water

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients.

2. Add water little by little and mix until the batter reaches a thick and smooth consistency.

3. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.

4. Dip the vegetables in the batter and coat them evenly.

5. Carefully drop the coated vegetables into the hot oil.

6. Fry the pakoras until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides.

7. Drain the pakoras on paper towels to remove excess oil.

8. Serve the pakoras hot with chutney or yogurt.

Here are some tips for making pakoras:

* Use a variety of vegetables for a colorful and flavorful pakora platter. Some popular choices include potatoes, onions, eggplant, bell peppers, and cauliflower.

* Make sure the batter is thick enough to coat the vegetables evenly.

* If the batter is too thin, the pakoras will absorb too much oil.

* Fry the pakoras on medium heat to prevent them from burning.

* Pakoras are best served hot, so make sure to eat them as soon as they come out of the pan.