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Indian Onion Bhaji

Indian Onion Bhaji
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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Indian Onion Bhaji, a crispy and flavorful treat perfect for any occasion. These savory onion fritters are made with thinly sliced onions coated in a spiced chickpea flour batter, then pan-fried to a golden brown perfection. With only one tablespoon of oil used per batch of four fritters, you can enjoy this gluten-free, vegan snack without any guilt. Whether served as an appetizer, a snack during movie nights, or a side dish to complement your favorite Indian meal, these bhajis are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Slice onions thinly and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, nutritional yeast (if using), ground cumin, salt, turmeric, lime juice, chili pepper, and parsley. Gradually whisk in enough water to form a medium-thick batter.
  3. Coat the sliced onions with the batter until fully covered.
  4. Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry small portions of the onion mixture for about 2–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve warm.

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