Onion Bhaji

Onion Bhaji are crispy, deep-fried fritters made from thinly sliced onions and a spiced chickpea flour batter. These flavorful snacks are perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or as an appetizer at any gathering.

Ingredients

• Onion - 2 medium, thinly sliced
• Chickpea flour (besan) - 100 grams
• Rice flour - 25 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 100 ml
• Oil - for deep frying

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
2. Add the thinly sliced onions, chopped cilantro, and green chili to the dry ingredients.
3. Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring until a thick batter coats the onions evenly.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.
5. Drop small portions of the onion batter into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
6. Fry the bhajis for about 4-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy, turning them occasionally.
7. Remove the bhajis with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
8. Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Contains chickpea flour, which is high in protein and fiber.
• Onions are rich in antioxidants and help in reducing inflammation.

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