Onion Bhaji
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
Serves: 4
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Onion bhaji bring the crackle of the Indian snack cart to your own kitchen, binding thinly sliced onions with spiced chickpea flour before frying them into craggy, golden clusters. Each one shatters at the edges and stays soft in the middle, begging for a cool chutney alongside. Serve them as a starter or teatime treat and they will vanish before the plate reaches the table.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Large Onion - Thinly Sliced
- 1 Cup Chickpea Flour
- 2 Tbsp Rice Flour
- 1 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1 Tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 Tsp Ground Cumin
- 1/2 Tsp Tumeric
- 1/2 Tsp Mild Smoked Spanish Paprika
- 1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Tsp Salt And Pepper
- 1 Green Chile'S - Chopped
- 2 Tbsp Cilantro Leaf - Chopped
- 1 Tsp Ginger - Grated
- 1 Clove Garlic - Minced
- 2-4 Tbsp Water
- Oil - For Frying
Directions
Directions
- Place the sliced onions in a large bowl. Sprinkle with the salt and massage for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften and release moisture. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Add the chickpea flour, rice flour, baking powder, coriander, cumin, turmeric, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, green chili, cilantro, ginger, and garlic.
- Toss everything together until the onions are evenly coated. Add just enough cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, to create a thick batter that clings to the onions without becoming runny.
- Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Scoop small loose handfuls of the onion mixture and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Avoid packing them too tightly so the edges become extra crispy.
- Fry for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown and crisp.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack or paper towel.
- Serve immediately with mint yogurt sauce, mint chutney, or tamarind chutney and fresh lemon wedges.
Nutrition
Per serving · 4 servingsCalories
210
Fat
10 g
Saturated fat
1 g
Carbohydrates
28 g
Sugar
2 g
Fiber
5 g
Protein
6 g
Sodium
400 mg
Cholesterol
0 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 Large Onion - Thinly Sliced
- 1 Cup Chickpea Flour
- 2 Tbsp Rice Flour
- 1 Tsp Baking Powder
- 1 Tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 Tsp Ground Cumin
- 1/2 Tsp Tumeric
- 1/2 Tsp Mild Smoked Spanish Paprika
- 1/2 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Tsp Salt And Pepper
- 1 Green Chile'S - Chopped
- 2 Tbsp Cilantro Leaf - Chopped
- 1 Tsp Ginger - Grated
- 1 Clove Garlic - Minced
- 2-4 Tbsp Water
- Oil - For Frying
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