Description
Indulge in the crispy delight of homemade Indian Onion Bhaji, an irresistible snack that combines thinly sliced onions with a spiced chickpea flour batter. With just one tablespoon of oil per four fritters, these savory treats are not only delicious but also healthier than traditional versions. Perfect for parties, quick snacks, or as a unique appetizer to impress your guests, they offer an explosion of flavor and texture. Serve them alongside mint chutney or tamarind sauce for a complete experience that everyone will enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium onions (sliced)
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 green hot chili pepper (finely chopped)
- 3 Tbsp oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup water
- Optional: 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast, 1 tsp lime juice, fresh herbs
Instructions
- Thinly slice the onions using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, cumin, salt, turmeric, and optional ingredients. Gradually whisk in water until you achieve a medium-thick batter.
- Fold the sliced onions into the batter until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Drop small portions of the batter-coated onions into the hot oil and fry for 2-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 fritters (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg