🥣 You’re halfway through making pakoras or cutlets when you reach for the besan… and the packet is empty. 😅

Don't worry! Your snack isn't cancelled. There are plenty of everyday ingredients that can help bind the mixture and hold its shape.

🌾 1. Rice Flour

A great choice for pakoras and fritters. It also helps give them a lighter, crispier texture. 🔥

🌽 2. Cornflour

Perfect when you want extra crunch. Use a little at a time—it can make the mixture quite crisp.

🥣 3. Sooji (Semolina)

Great for tikkis and cutlets. It absorbs moisture while adding a pleasant bite.

🥔 4. Mashed Potato

One of the easiest natural binders. It works especially well for tikkis, cutlets and vegetable patties.

🌾 5. Bread Crumbs

Excellent for cutlets and fritters. They absorb excess moisture while helping create a crisp exterior.

🌱 6. Oats

Blend rolled oats into a coarse powder and use them as a healthier everyday binder for tikkis and veggie patties.

❤️ The Simple Rule

Don't add a large amount of any substitute at once.

Start with a little, mix well and check the consistency. If the mixture is too wet, add more gradually.

👉 The goal is simple: a mixture that holds its shape without becoming too dry or heavy.

So next time you're out of besan, don't stop cooking—look around your kitchen! You probably already have a good substitute waiting for you. 😊