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Onion Bhajis

Onion Bhajis with thinly sliced onions encased in a spiced, crispy chickpea batter. Aromas of cumin and turmeric blend with fresh cilantro and bright lemon notes. Warm, crunchy, and aromatic.
prep time15 minutes
cook time20 minutes
total time35 minutes
Onion Bhajis
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Ingredients

  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup 100 g gram flour (chickpea flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 green chili, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 6-7 tablespoons 90-105 ml water
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  • Combine gram flour, baking powder, salt, cumin, and turmeric in a large bowl.
  • Whisk until thoroughly mixed.
  • Add chopped chili, cilantro, lemon juice, and water to the flour mixture.
  • Mix until a thick batter forms.
  • Add thinly sliced onions to the batter.
  • Mix by hand until onions are fully coated.
  • Heat one inch of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil.
  • Fry 3-4 bhajis at a time, cooking each side for about one minute until golden and crispy.
  • Flip as needed for even cooking.
  • Remove bhajis with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack.
  • Serve hot with cucumber mint raita. Enjoy!