--- title: Cabbage Pakoda date: 2025-02-19T00:10:00Z modified: 2025-02-19T03:42:49Z permalink: "https://www.awesomecuisine.com/recipes/3416/cabbage-pakoda/" type: post status: publish excerpt: "" wpid: 3416 categories: - Cabbage - Pakoda tags: - Cabbage - Pakoda - evening - Teatime featured_image: "https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/cabbage_pakoda.jpg" featured_image_alt: Cabbage Pakoda timestamp: 2025-02-19T03:42:49Z --- Cabbage Pakoda is my go-to recipe when I want something crispy and flavorful without much fuss. The simple mix of cabbage with gram flour and spices creates magic in the kitchen. I learned this recipe from my mom, and it’s been a family favorite for years. The best part? It takes basic ingredients and turns them into something special. ## About the Recipe This recipe takes boring cabbage and makes it exciting. The gram flour coating gets super crispy while the cabbage stays tender inside. It’s a great [way to get kids to eat vegetables](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/vegetable-dosa.md), and even veggie-skeptics love these fritters. The mix of rice flour and gram flour gives these pakodas their signature crunch. ## Why You’ll Love This Recipe You’ll love how easy these pakodas are to make. They’re ready in just 20 minutes and need basic pantry ingredients. The texture is amazing – crispy outside, soft inside. They’re perfect for unexpected guests or when you want a [quick snack](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/peanut-vadai-groundnut-vadai.md). Plus, they’re not greasy like other [fried snacks](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/mozzarella-sticks.md) if you fry them at the right temperature. ![Cabbage Pakoda](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/cabbage_pakoda.jpg) ## Cooking Tips – Make sure your [oil](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/dahi-ki-kadhi.md) is hot enough (test with a small drop of batter – it should rise immediately) – Don’t crowd the [pan while frying](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/tawa-machchi-pan-fried-fish.md) – Chop the cabbage very finely for better binding – Keep the batter thick – it shouldn’t be runny – [Drain on paper towels to keep them crispy](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/fried-spring-rolls-cha-gio.md) ## Serving and Storing Suggestions [Serves 4-6 people](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/vendhaya-keerai-masala-morkuzhambu.md) as a snack. Makes about 20 pakodas. Prep time: 10 minutes, Cook time: 10 minutes. [Serve hot with mint chutney](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/paneer-puffs.md) or ketchup. [Store leftovers](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/vegetable-manchow-soup.md) in an airtight container but they’re best eaten fresh. ## Similar Recipes - 1. [Onion Pakoda](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/onion-pakoda.md) - 2. Spinach Pakoda - 3. Potato Pakoda - 4. Mixed Vegetable Pakoda ## Nutrient Benefits Cabbage is rich in vitamin C and fiber. [Gram flour](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/kadhi.md) adds protein and minerals. While these are [fried snacks](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/bombay-mixture.md), using fresh oil at the right temperature helps minimize oil absorption. The [spices like red chili](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/chettinad-kara-adai.md) have antioxidant properties. ![Cabbage Pakoda](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/cabbage_pakoda-100x75.jpg) 2 from 4 votes ## Cabbage Pakoda A simple and tasty tea time / evening snack made with cabbage. Serve with a choice of chutney or sauce. Prep Time10 minutes mins Cook Time10 minutes mins Total Time20 minutes mins Course: Snack Cuisine: South Indian Keyword: cabbage, pakoda ### Ingredients - 2 cups Cabbage finely chopped - 1/3 cup Gram Flour - 1/3 cup Rice Flour - 2 tsp Red Chilli Powder - 2 tsp Ghee add one more tsp if needed - as per taste Salt - a pinch Asafoetida Powder - Oil for frying ### Instructions - Combine the cabbage, gram flour, rice flour, red chilli powder, ghee, salt and asafoetida powder in a large bowl. - Mix well. - Sprinkle a little water and mix well to a thick mixture. - Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium flame. - Drop small portions of the mixture (or make small balls) into the hot oil and deep fry until golden brown and crispy. - Remove and drain excess oil. - Serve with mint chutney or sauce of choice. ### Sign up for our newsletter Newsletter Subscribe Email I agree to the [Privacy Policy](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/page/privacy-policy.md) Send me the recipes ### Add Awesome Cuisine as a Preferred Source [![Add Awesome Cuisine as Preferred Source on Google](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/google_preferred_source_badge_dark@2x.png) ](https://google.com/preferences/source?q=https://www.awesomecuisine.com) ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Can I make these pakodas ahead of time? They’re best [served fresh and hot](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/ginger-rasam-inji-rasam.md). If needed, you can mix the [batter ahead and fry just before serving](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/spinach-pakora.md). ### Why isn’t my pakoda crispy? The oil temperature is key. Too low, and they’ll be soggy. Too high, and they’ll brown outside but stay raw inside. [Medium heat](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/butter-bean-onion-and-herb-salad-with-spicy-sausage.md) works best. ### Can I bake these instead of frying? While you can bake them, they won’t have the same [crispy texture](https://www.awesomecuisine.com/wp-content/uploads/wp-mfa-exports/post/mushroom-kebab.md). For authentic taste, frying is recommended. _[image credit](https://www.flickr.com/photos/99246816@N05/9346637366/)_