Pakoras, homemade

Pakoras are fritters made by coating ingredients, often vegetables, in a flour-based batter and frying them. The figures here describe a homemade recipe. They mainly provide carbohydrate, fat and protein. Per 100g, this recipe provides 20g of carbohydrate, 8.1g of fat and 8.1g of protein, with an energy content of 728 kJ.

Carbohydrate provides energy, while protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. Fat also supplies energy and helps the body absorb fat-soluble vitamins. The amount of oil absorbed during frying, and any salt added, can affect the nutritional content of homemade pakoras. These differences are relevant when considering energy, fat or salt intake. Full nutritional figures for this recipe are in the tables below.