Onion bhajis are like crispy onion cakes; filled with layers of flavour thanks to their delicious Indian-spiced coating.
Makes 8
Ingredients:
- 2 large brown onions
- 3 tbsp finely chopped coriander (saving 1 tbsp for garnish)
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tbsp garam masala
- 1 tbsp dried coriander
- 1 tbsp chilli flakes
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 1 tbsp corn flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ⅔ cup of water
- 1L vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp sweet chilli (for dipping)
Method:
- Finely slice the onion using a mandolin or or a knife
- Place the onions in a bowl and add the coriander, ginger, garam masala, dried coriander, chilli flakes, cumin, salt, garlic powder, chickpea flour, corn flour, baking powder and toss till the onion is fully coated
- Slowly pour the water in small batches until the batter is thickened (you may not need all the water)
- Shape the onion into 8 even balls using your hands
- Bring the oil to frying point on the highest heat and test with a chopstick or fork when it is ready (bubbles will appear around the utensil)
- Lower each bahji into the oil using a spoon and cook 4-5 at a time. Remove using the spoon and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil
- Serve with remaining coriander and sweet chilli
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