Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade Indian onion bhaji, a popular snack that brings the flavors of India right to your kitchen. These crispy fritters are made with thinly sliced onions enveloped in a spiced chickpea flour batter and pan-fried to golden perfection. With just one tablespoon of oil per four bhajis, they are not only delicious but also a healthier option. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, these gluten-free, egg-free, and vegan treats are sure to impress at any gathering. Serve them with refreshing chutneys or dips for an unforgettable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium onions (sliced)
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)
- 3/4 tsp ground cumin
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 green hot chili pepper (finely chopped)
- 1 Tbsp parsley (chopped or cilantro)
- 3 Tbsp oil (for frying; coconut recommended)
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the onions using a sharp knife or mandoline.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, spices, water, and lime juice. Whisk until you achieve a medium-thick batter.
- Stir in the sliced onions until fully coated.
- Heat coconut oil in a 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: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg