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High Protein Pakoras

Name: High-Protein Pakoras
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 18 pakoras
Cuisine: indian
Ingredients: 0.5 cup yellow moong daal (soaked 3-4, drained or quick boil); 0.75 cup paneer (crumbled or grated); 1 medium potato (boiled & mashed, 1/2 cup); 1 tbsp besan (chickpea flour); 0.25 cup finely chopped onion; 1 green chilli, chopped (or 1/2 tsp chilli flakes); 1 tsp grated ginger; 2 tbsp chopped coriander or spinach; 0.5 tsp cumin seeds; 0.25 tsp ajwain (optional); 0.5 tsp tumeric; 0.5 tsp garam masala; 0.5 Optional: squeeze of lemon or 1/2 tsp amchur

May 23, 2025

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High-Protein Pakoras

These high-protein Paneer Moong Pakoras are a healthy twist on a beloved Indian snack. Air-fried instead of deep fried, they're packed with 22g of vegetarian protein from paneer and moong dal, low in carbs, and bursting with flavor. Perfect for clean snacking, fat loss, or a guilt-free appetizer that still satisfies your cravings.

Servings: 18 pakoras

Keywords: high protein, vegetarian, snack, healthy snack

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

Instructions

Ingredients

Protein Base

½ cup yellow moong daal (soaked 3-4, drained or quick boil)
¾ cup paneer (crumbled or grated)

Binder & Body:

1 medium potato (boiled & mashed, 1/2 cup)
1 tbsp besan (chickpea flour)

Add-ins:

¼ cup finely chopped onion
1 green chilli, chopped (or 1/2 tsp chilli flakes)
1 tsp grated ginger
2 tbsp chopped coriander or spinach
½ tsp cumin seeds
¼ tsp ajwain (optional)
½ tsp tumeric
½ tsp garam masala
½ Optional: squeeze of lemon or 1/2 tsp amchur

Instructions

Blend moong daal into a thick, coarse paste (don't over-blend or make it watery)
In a bowl mix the moong paste, paneer, and mashed potato
Add in chopped onion, besan, greens, and spices
Mix well. The mix should be thick and hold shape when pressed together. Add more besan if needed.
Preheat your air fryer to 375 F (190 C)
Shape into small pakoras or patties. Place on parchment or greased air fryer tray.
Spray lightly with oil
Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp

Amount Per Serving
Calories
% Daily Value*
Total Fat g		0%
Saturated Fat g		0%
Trans Fat g
Sodium mg		0%
Total Carbohydrate g		0%
Dietary Fiber g		0%
Sugars g
Protein 41g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

Notes

Serve with mint chutney and hot sauce if you like it spicy!!!