How long does Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) take?

25 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.

How many people does Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) serve?

4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.

Is Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) vegetarian?

Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.

Is Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) spicy?

It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.

What do I need to make Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)?

120 grams Poppy Seeds, 9 grams Green Chilli, 60 grams Onion, 150 ml Water, 1 tbsp Rice Flour, 5 tbsp Mustard Oil, and a few more listed on this page.

Do I need a pressure cooker for Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)?

No, it is cooked in an open pot.

How many calories are in Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)?

About 347 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)

Name: Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian, Bengali
Ingredients: 120 grams Poppy Seeds; 150 ml Water, For Soaking; 9 grams Green Chilli; 60 grams Onion, Finely Chopped; ½ tsp Salt; 1 tbsp Rice Flour; 5 tbsp Mustard Oil

25 min
mild
Serves 4

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min

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4 steps, one at a time. Big words for every step, and a timer where a step waits.

Also known as posto bora · Veg · Dry sides, Snacks & Starters

Dry sides Snacks & Starters Vegan Low carb Gluten-free Dairy-free

Postor bora are Bengali poppy seed fritters ground with green chilli, shaped and fried crisp in mustard oil. Mild, makes 8 for 4 people, 25 minutes plus.

Low calorie

Good for: Party, Rainy Day

Ingredients

7 items

4 people

Poppy Seeds120 grams
Water, For Soaking150 ml
Green Chilli9 grams
Onion, Finely Chopped60 grams
Salt½ tsp
Rice Flour1 tbsp
Mustard Oil5 tbsp

Nutrition

Per 1 person, and for all 4 people. Worked out from the ingredients, so treat it as a close guide.

Nutrient	Per 1 person	All 4 people
Energy	347kcal	1388kcal
Protein	5.7g	23g
Carbohydrate	12g	46g
Fat	32g	129g
Fibre	6.3g	25g
Sugar	1.6g	6.4g

Method

1
Keep 1 tbsp of the poppy seeds aside. Wash the rest and soak them in the warm water for 30 minutes.
Poppy SeedsWater
2
Drain off any extra water. Grind the soaked poppy seeds with the green chillies in a mixie to a thick, fairly smooth paste, adding only a spoon of water if needed.
Green Chilli
3
Mix in the onion, salt and rice flour. Shape the mixture into 8 small flat discs and press the kept poppy seeds on both sides.
OnionSaltRice Flour
4
Heat the mustard oil in a frying pan on high heat for 2 minutes until it just starts to smoke, then lower the heat to medium-low. Fry the bora for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper. Serve hot with rice and dal.
Mustard Oil

Before you start

How long does Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) take?: 25 minutes from start to finish. That is 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking.
How many people does Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) serve?: 4. The ingredient quantities on this page rescale if you are cooking for a different number.
Is Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) vegetarian?: Yes. No meat, no fish and no egg.
Is Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters) spicy?: It is mild: 1 on our scale of 3. Chilli scales gently when you change the servings, so doubling the recipe does not double the heat.
What do I need to make Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)?: 120 grams Poppy Seeds, 9 grams Green Chilli, 60 grams Onion, 150 ml Water, 1 tbsp Rice Flour, 5 tbsp Mustard Oil, and a few more listed on this page.
Do I need a pressure cooker for Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)?: No, it is cooked in an open pot.
How many calories are in Postor Bora (Poppy Seed Fritters)?: About 347 a serving. The full nutrition table is on this page, per serving and for the whole batch.

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