Joy in the Snow Bollywood Style (for some)...with Mixed Vegetables Pakoda !

Once again UK is witnessing freezing weather ....Snow and icy conditions are bringing lots of problems...In London since Friday we are having heavy snowfall...Our central Heating working on Full speed...Thank God Kids started their CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY for 2 weeks...what about me..?...am I enjoying this weather...NO WAYYYYYYYYYYYYY....However yesterday in the morning I was looking out of the window..Snow was falling, my daughter went out to play in the snow..and Raj asked me if I can join her too..and suddenly in my mind came Yash Raj's so many movie songs which are shot in Snow...actresses with pastel colour chiffon sari's and hero's with big long boots with furry coat...I know it's happen only in Bollywood...;0) ...but I love that stuff..it's been always my dream to wear lemon yellow or Blue Sari in snow..and guess what ? I dared myself...I did put on blue sari and went outside in snow without any coats, scarf and gloves...I always wanted to have that experience in my life since I was young girl...and oh boy I enjoyed those few minutes (around 10-15 minutes)...actually..:)...I know you all are thinking was I mad to do that going outside in below zero temperature...ha ha ha...yes I was ! While we were outside few of our neighbours was amazed..they told me go and put some clothes on ;)..they find it odd why the hell this woman wants to put a sari in this weather...THEY DON'T KNOW THE SECRET DO THEY?....

After that fun in the snow we needed  hot and spicy food So I thought why not make some Mixed vegetable Pakoda and Masala Tea....I know deep fried Pakoda is not a good idea for my size zero figure ;)..but now and then it's ok in life..as long as you don't repeat these unwise habits...Then life goes very smooth for you.......:)...Let's look at the pakoda recipe...

You will need :-

• 3 cups Gram Flour
• 1 cup Rice flour
• Oil for deep Frying
• salt to taste
• 2-3 tbsp Green chillies and ginger paste
• Shredded Vegetables like : Cabbage, onion, Carrots, Spinach, methi Leaves, Potatoes and coriander
• Chili Powder
• Garam Masala
• Asafoetida
• Black pepper powder
• Caraway seeds
• Pinch baking soda

Method:-
Mix everything except oil . add little water (few spoons) and mix very well and leave it a side for at least about 40-45 minutes. Heat oil in a frying pan for frying on a medium-low heat ..Carefully dip batter in a oil tablespoon one by one. Fry them until golden brown and enjoy with Hot cup of tea or any type of chutney..

Enjoy as much as my family did...