In a delightful mix of cultures, British chef Jake Dryan caused a stir on the internet after cooking an authentic kadhi pakoda. His viral video, highlighting his culinary delicacy, has captivated viewers across the world.
The tasty exploration unfolds as UK-based Jake skillfully replicates the timeless Indian dish.
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- Who is this UK chef?
- What did this UK chef do?
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- How did Desi users react?
Who is this UK chef?
Jake Dryan loves cooking Indian dishes and his Instagram account is proof of the same | Image: Instagram
Jake Dryan loves cooking Indian dishes and his Instagram account is proof of that. He is also the man who recently served a piping hot plate of kadhi pakoda.
Their social media feeds are filled with Indian delicacies like aloo chaat, cholia, dal and sattu paratha to name a few.
What did this UK chef do?
Within the realm of desi main dishes, kadhi pakoda stands out as a prized delicacy. Expertly prepared with chickpea flour and enriched with the savory essence of buttermilk or tamarind, this tasty curry has won the hearts and palates of many. The dish reaches its zenith after fritters are added to the curry just before serving, resulting in a truly delicious dining experience.
Despite the plethora of kadhi pakoda recipes available online, a recent Instagram video by British chef Jake Dryan has stolen the show, presenting his distinctive interpretation of this classic Indian dish.
Despite the plethora of kadhi pakoda recipes available online, a recent Instagram video by British chef Jake Dryan has stolen the spotlight | Image: Instagram
In the video, Jake combines chickpea flour with buttermilk and adds a variety of spices to the mix. He places a wok on the stove, pours oil and introduces fenugreek seeds, red chillies, minced garlic and green chillies, creating a fragrant base.
The onions add perfectly to the sizzling mixture. Once all the components are cooked flawlessly, Jake puts the prepared buttermilk and chickpea flour mixture into the wok.
As the piece de resistance (the cakes), the chef skillfully prepares another batch of chickpea flour and enriches it with turmeric, garam masala, red chilli powder, salt and water to create a thick paste.
In the video, Jake combines chickpea flour with buttermilk, infusing the mixture with a variety of spices. Image: Instagram
With a spoon, skillfully place this paste in hot oil, shaping delicious fritters.
The grand finale is to stir these golden delights into the simmering curry and garnish the dish with crushed fenugreek leaves and a spicy tadka.
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How did Desi users react?
The Instagram video has sparked a wave of admiration from the global desi community, with people flocking to the comments section to express their amazement at Jake’s culinary prowess.
One user shared, “Kadhi pakoda with rice – one of my comfort foods.” Another joined in and said, “The best… This is the authentic kadhi. No curry leaves, no different things in the pagodas… This is the real, authentic desi kadhi. I love it.” “It looks delicious.” Another enthusiast commented: “It looks great, exactly.” Amid the chorus of gratitude, multiple voices echoed the sentiment: “Indian food is always delicious.”
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