Palak Pakoras are a delicious and crunchy snack made from fresh spinach leaves coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter and deep-fried to perfection.

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Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat, aiming for about 2 inches deep.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, and salt. Mix well.
Add the sliced onions and chopped green chilies to the bowl, tossing them in the flour mixture until well coated.
Gently mix in the fresh spinach leaves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the chickpea flour.
Gradually add water, mixing until you have a thick batter that holds the vegetables together.
Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter-coated mixture into the oil, frying in batches if necessary.
Fry the pakoras for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
Remove the pakoras from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce for dipping.

Keywords: Palak Pakoras, spinach fritters, Indian snacks, vegetarian recipes