Chicken Pakora (Indian)
Chicken Pakora is a popular Indian snack made by marinating bite-sized chicken pieces in a spiced chickpea flour (besan) batter and deep-frying until golden and crispy. It typically features tender chicken coated in a savory, sometimes spicy, batter, often served as an appetizer or street food. Originating from the Indian subcontinent, it's a beloved part of the country's rich tradition of fried snacks.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the chicken and fat from the deep-frying process, with moderate carbohydrates from the chickpea flour batter. A typical serving provides a good source of protein and energy, with a rough calorie ballpark of around 300-350 kcal per 100-gram serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.5 mg |
| Selenium | 8 µg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Chicken Pakora is a quintessential example of Indian 'chaat' or street food culture, often enjoyed during monsoons or festive occasions. Nutritionally, the use of chickpea flour adds a boost of plant-based protein and fiber compared to other frying batters.
