Pakora Batter

Directions

Combine the flour, melted ghee, lemon juice, spices and salt in a bowl and mix together well.

Add 5 tablespoons of cold water slowly, beating it until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.

Slowly add another 3 tablespoons water and continue to beat until well mixed.

Check the conssitency, it should resemble the consistency of heavy cream and easily coat a spoon.

If it does not, add more water, until it does.

Cover the batter and set aside for 10 to 15 minutes to let it settle.

Beat again for a couple of minutes to lighten the batter.

Stir in the baking powder at this point if you want a cake like crust.