Appetizers are a set of courses that set the tone for the rest of the meal. It is almost like a teaser of what is in store for you, and you get to try out loads of flavors before going in for the main course. One of our very popular appetizers at Everest Cuisine is our Mixed Vegetable Pakoras, a perfect blend of Nepalese and Indian flavors infused with Californian seasonal vegetables. Adding Pakoras to this recipe also infuses some Californian flavor and a whole lot of health into it.
Pakoras have been around for centuries as part of Mediterranean cuisine and are now slowly making their way to all other parts of the globe. They are rich in fiber and antioxidants, which make them good for us when it comes to our digestive system, and of course, for our cardiovascular health. Low in calories, they would provide a welcome boost to whatever diet these might be added to. The vegetables used in the Vegetable Pakoras at Everest Cuisine enhance the flavor profile and add a nutritional boost to this dish. The sweetness and nutty taste of the Pakoras are quite mild, and they balance quite well with the spices mixed in the batter.
Californian cuisine is eclectic, and these influences stem from the state’s melting pot. With this intake of traditional recipes with Californian seasonal vegetables, Everest Cuisine brings a fusion experience that embodies the essence of many cultures. It brings about an appetizer that is unique, and delicious to warm the traditional palate as well as the adventurous one.
It is not all that difficult to believe since the pakoras have their origins dating back to ancient India and Nepal. Consequently, they were viewed as a delicacy at the time. Pakoras are one of the oldest cherished snacks in India and Nepal, and they can be made with a variety of vegetables like onion, potato, spinach, and eggplant. It is thought that pakoras were originally made with a lentil flour batter, though chickpea flour eventually became the favorite as it was lighter in texture and flavor. They are a snack food or eaten as part of another meal. Pakoras are pretty simple and easy to make, but as varied as preparing vegetables; indeed, they are great dishes that may be tailored according to one’s taste. The batter that coats the vegetables is made from chickpea flour, which has no gluten in it and a lower glycemic index than regular flour. Thus, pakoras are relatively a healthier snack compared to others in their deep-fried category.
These authentic Vegetable Pakoras are the perfect sweet spin on this beloved favorite, created and designed by Chef Sagar, which boasts a profile combining the finest ingredients of California with ancient techniques of Nepal and India.
We would try out our skills at Everest Cuisine to create an enhanced version of the already delicious traditional recipe for pakoras by spicing them up with a special Nepalese and Indian spice mix. The batter is unique in both flavor and texture, making it crispy but light and not greasy to the palatability of the crispy pakoras. A nutritional twist is added with the use of fresh vegetables, including artichokes, which makes this indulgence completely guilt-free.
The basic process of making pakoras is by mixing chickpea flour with spices and salt, followed by adding water to make it into batter. In this step, vegetables are coated with this batter and deep-fried until they turn to a warm golden brown color. Similarly, at Everest Cuisine, Vegetable Pakoras are prepared using the same method, where the only primary difference happens to be the fresh Vegetable, which is included to provide an added twist in its flavor profile.
This is, after all an extremely ancient recipe to which Everest Cuisine gives its twist and that special flair to cook the Vegetable Pakoras that our customers cannot have enough of. The chefs use fresh veggies covered with a special batter made out of some particular mix of Nepalese and Indian spices, which ultimately gives the crispy, tasteful snack that perfectly goes with any meal.
This new fusion culinary dish was brought to our patrons by our visionary Chef Sagar.
The Californian vegetable pakoras blended with the traditional techniques in Indian and Nepalese cuisine gave Everest Cuisine a dish that reclaims the integrity of both cultures. It is an East-meets-West, California-fusion dish, and Everest Cuisine proudly serves as part of this cultural mix through food. You’ll get authentic Indian and Nepalese flavors along with a fusion dish like Vegetable Pakoras from Everest Cuisine. The restaurant setting boasts a cozy ambiance that is perfect for a meal with family or friends.
