Pumpkin Pakoras

• Chickpea flour (besan) – 1 cup

• Turmeric – 1/2 tsp

• A pinch of hing

• Cumin powder – 1 tsp

• Coriander powder – 1 tsp

• Salt – 1 tsp

• Baking soda – 1/2 tsp

• Yogurt – 2 tbsp

• Cold water – 1/2-1/3 cup

• Peeled, ripe pumpkin cut into 2-inch squares, 1/2-inch thick – 1/2 pound

1. Mix batter and let sit for 30 minutes.

2. Dip pieces of pumpkin into the batter and deep fry in ghee until golden brown and crispy. Offer with chutney.