Everyone is busy preparing to welcome the New Year. On this occasion, some people will party at clubs and pubs, while others will enjoy in-house parties. If you're having a party at home, you'll naturally crave some crispy and tasty dishes.

For such occasions, when you want something different, quick, and light, pakoras made with semolina (sooji/rava) can be a great option. We often make traditional pakoras with gram flour (besan), but semolina pakoras offer a healthy and crispy twist.

These pakoras are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they are very easy to make. The best part is that these pakoras, made with semolina and yogurt, are light on the stomach and keep you feeling fresh for a long time. Let's learn about two special recipes that will double the fun of your New Year's party:

Mixed Vegetable Semolina Pakoras
Ingredients

Semolina (Sooji/Rava) – 1 cup
Yogurt – ½ cup
Finely chopped vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, onions, cabbage, green chilies) – 1 cup
Ginger paste – 1 teaspoon
Salt – to taste
Cumin seeds – ½ teaspoon
Baking soda – 1 pinch
Fresh coriander leaves – 2 tablespoons
Water – as needed
Oil – for frying

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine semolina, yogurt, and a little water to make a thick batter. Cover and let it rest for 10 minutes so the semolina swells. Then add all the vegetables, ginger paste, salt, cumin seeds, fresh coriander leaves, and baking soda. Heat oil in a pan and drop small portions of the mixture using a spoon to fry the pakoras. Fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides. Serve hot with tomato sauce or green chutney. Cheesy Semolina Fritters
Ingredients

Semolina – 1 cup
Yogurt – ½ cup
Grated cheese – ½ cup
Green chilies – 1, finely chopped
Coriander leaves – 1 teaspoon
Salt – to taste
Baking soda – 1 pinch
Water – as needed
Oil – for frying

Instructions

Make a thick batter by mixing semolina and yogurt and let it rest for 10 minutes, covered. Then add cheese, green chilies, coriander leaves, salt, and baking soda. Mix well and fry in the shape of fritters. Once golden brown on both sides, serve with chutney. This cheesy version will be especially loved by both adults and children.

You can include these two recipes as a tea-time snack, a quick recipe for guests, or even in your children's lunchboxes. During the monsoon season, hot semolina fritters with chutney and ginger tea make a perfect combination.

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