Step 1

First cut the chicken into small bite-size pieces and place them in the large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add garlic paste, ginger paste, chilli powder, turmeric, cumin powder, curry powder, green chillies, dried fenugreek leaves, lime juice, and salt to taste. Mix it well and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour.

Step 3

Next, add gram flour, cornstarch, and baking soda into the marinated chicken. Add water gradually and combine everything well, until it forms a smooth, thick, and sticky batter. Set it aside for 10 mins.

Step 4

Heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, drop the chicken pieces by using a spoon.

Step 5

Fry the chicken pakoras for 3-4 minute or the inside meat is fully cooked and the batter is crispy golden brown.

Step 6

Remove them from oil and transfer to a cooling rack or a paper towel. Serve with yoghurt mint sauce or a choice of dipping sauce.