Easy & Delicious Onion Bhaji Recipe: Crispy Indian Fritters

Name: Easy & Delicious Onion Bhaji Recipe: Crispy Indian Fritters
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 large Onions (thinly sliced); 1 cup Chickpea Flour; 1/2 cup Water (adjust as needed to form a thick batter); 1 Green Chili (finely chopped (optional)); 2 tablespoons Fresh Coriander (chopped); 1 teaspoon Ginger-Garlic Paste; 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder; 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder (adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Cumin Powder; 1/2 teaspoon Garam Masala; 1 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); as needed Vegetable Oil (for deep frying)

Learn how to make crispy and delicious Onion Bhaji with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, these Indian onion fritters are seasoned with aromatic spices and deep-fried to golden perfection. Follow along for a quick and satisfying cooking experience.

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#Indian Food

#Fritters

#Snack

#Appetizer

#Crispy

#Vegetarian

#Deep Fry

#Easy Recipe

#Street Food

Onion slices and batter mixture

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

25m

Total Time

Servings

Medium

Indian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

300

Calories

Protein

30g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Onion Bhaji frying in hot oil

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Golden brown and crispy Bhaji

Instructions

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Thinly slice the onions and set aside. In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, all spices (turmeric, chili, cumin, garam masala, salt), ginger-garlic paste, green chili, and chopped fresh coriander.
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Thinly slice the onions and set aside. In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, all spices (turmeric, chili, cumin, garam masala, salt), ginger-garlic paste, green chili, and chopped fresh coriander.
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Ensure onions are sliced very thinly for crispier bhaji.
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Add the sliced onions to the dry ingredients mixture. Mix well to ensure the onions are evenly coated.
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Add the sliced onions to the dry ingredients mixture. Mix well to ensure the onions are evenly coated.
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Gently massage the onions to help release their moisture.

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Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring continuously, until a thick, lumpy batter is formed. The batter should be just enough to bind the onions together.
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Gradually add water to the mixture, stirring continuously, until a thick, lumpy batter is formed. The batter should be just enough to bind the onions together.
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Avoid adding too much water; the batter should be thick, not runny.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat. To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a tiny piece of batter; it should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat. To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a tiny piece of batter; it should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.
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Ensure oil is at the right temperature (around 175°C / 350°F) for perfect frying.
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Carefully drop spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches.
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Carefully drop spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches.
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Maintain a consistent oil temperature throughout frying.

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Fry the Onion Bhaji for about 5-7 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Fry the Onion Bhaji for about 5-7 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
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Serve hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.