Onion Pakodas

The onion pakodas are a fabulous starter for your guests or even for a weekend to go with your soup or kadhi. Top it up with some hot and chilli sauce and you are good to go.

Ingredients
Finely chopped onions
Green chillies(2-3 pieces)
Ginger/ Garlic (optional, but recomended)
Finely chopped coriander or mint leaves
Curry leaves
Roasted peanuts
Besan
Water
Chilli powder
Asafoetida/hing
Fresh ground pepper
Oil for frying

Method
1. In a bowl, mix the ingredients along with the spices.
2. Add the required quantity of water to make a thick batter.
3. Take small quantities of this batter and fry until the pakodas turn a golden brown.
4. Serve hot with Hot and Sour chilli sauce.

Hint: At the end of this starter, make sure to serve your guests with masala tea. It enhances the flavour and gives a neat finish to the snack.