Description
Indulge in the crispy, delicious world of Indian onion bhaji, a beloved snack that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor. These golden fritters combine thinly sliced onions with a spiced chickpea flour batter, all while using minimal oil for a healthier twist. Perfect as an appetizer or snack at any gathering, these vegan and gluten-free treats are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Whether paired with vibrant chutneys or enjoyed on their own, these onion bhajis deliver an irresistible crunch that makes every bite a delight.
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)
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 3 Tbsp oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Slice the onions thinly and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, cumin, salt, turmeric, chili pepper, lime juice, and enough water to form a medium-thick batter.
- Fold in the sliced onions until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides (about 2-4 minutes each).
- Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 fritters (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg