Methi na Gota or Methi Pakoda is very popular and one of the most authentic Gujarati snack recipe. It is also famous as Dakor na Gota. These Fenugreek Fritters – deep fried crispy snack is served with Chutney, Chunda (Mango Pickle) or fried Chilli.

Ingredients:

• 1 & 1/2 cup Gram Flour (Besan)
• 1 cup fresh Fenugreek leaves
• 3 Green Chillies finely chopped
• 1 & 1/2 tbsp Pakoda Masala
• 1 & 1/2 tbsp Rice Flour
• 1 tsp Red Chilli Powder
• 2 tsp Lemon Juice
• 1 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Soda / Eno
• Salt to taste
• 1 medium size Onion finely chopped (optional)
• Oil for deep fry

Ingredients for Pakoda Masala:

• 1 tbsp Coriander Seeds
• 1 tbsp Fennel Seeds (Variyali)
• 1 tsp Carom Seeds (Ajwain)
• 1 tsp Black Pepper
• Coarsely grind all ingredients

Instructions:

• Take a large bowl and add all ingredients except soda.
• Add some water and prepare the batter for Pakoda, do not make it liquidy.
• Let it rest for 10 minutes.
• After 10 minutes, add soda and mix well.
• Add 2 tbsp hot oil and mix again.
• Fry over medium flame till Pakodas turn golden brown.
• Serve with Fried Chilli, Chunda or Chutney.

Watch Methi Pakoda / Methi na Gota Recipe video in Hindi