मटर के पकोड़ा (Pea Fritters)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup water or plant-based milk

Instructions:

1. Prep the Vegetables:

   • If using frozen peas, thaw them.
   • Chop the onion, bell pepper, and cilantro.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.

3. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • In a separate bowl, combine the peas,  onion, bell pepper, cilantro, and water or plant-based milk.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

4. Fry the Fritters:

   • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   • Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and cook until golden brown on both sides.
   • Remove the fritters from the oil and drain on paper towels.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as chutney, yogurt, or ketchup.

Tips:

• For a crispier exterior, you can add a bit of cornstarch to the batter.
• You can also bake these fritters in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Enjoy these healthy and flavorful fritters!