Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Indian Onion Bhaji, a crispy and flavorful snack perfect for any occasion. These golden fritters are made with thinly sliced onions mixed with a spiced chickpea flour batter, providing a gluten-free, vegan treat that is low in calories yet high in taste. With just one tablespoon of oil per four fritters, you can enjoy this healthier version of a beloved street food without compromising on flavor.
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 coconut oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Slice onions thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, spices, water, lime juice, and chili pepper. Whisk until you achieve a medium-thick batter.
- Mix in the sliced onions until fully coated.
- Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop small portions of the batter into the pan (about four fritters at a time). Fry for 2-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat with remaining batter and serve warm with dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (30g)
- Calories: 104
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 194mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg