Description
Eggplant Pizza Pakoras are a delicious fusion of classic pakoras and pizza flavors, perfect for any gathering or as a unique snack. These crispy delights feature slices of eggplant coated in a savory batter, topped with gooey mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. Easy to prepare, they are sure to impress your guests with their inventive taste and appealing presentation. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or simply craving a tasty treat, these pakoras hit the spot every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large eggplant (sliced into rounds)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Slice the eggplant into rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Dip each eggplant slice into the batter until evenly coated.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- Fry the battered eggplant slices in batches until golden brown on both sides; drain on paper towels.
- Spread warm marinara sauce on each pakora and top with mozzarella cheese. Return to the pan briefly to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pakoras (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg