Vegetable Pakora

Instructions:

1. Wash and chop the mixed vegetables into small even-sized pieces.
2. In a large bowl, mix together gram flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala and salt.
3. Gradually add water to this mixture stirring continuously to make a thick batter.
4. Add chopped vegetables to this batter and mix well to ensure all the vegetables are coated with the batter.
5. Heat the oil in a deep pan. To check if the oil is hot enough, drop a small amount of batter into it. The batter should rise up quickly but not change color immediately.
6. Drop spoonfuls of the batter-coated vegetables into the hot oil and deep fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
8. Serve hot with your favorite chutney or ketchup.