Daal Bhajia

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, Daal Bhajia is a mouthwatering Indian snack that’s perfect for tea time or festive occasions. Made with nutrient-rich urad dal (split black gram), these fritters achieve their signature crunch by combining a coarse dal paste with finely chopped onions, green chilies, and aromatic spices like cumin and red chili powder. The addition of fresh coriander leaves adds a refreshing herbal note, balancing the savory richness of the bhajias. Deep-fried to perfection, these quick-to-prepare morsels are best served piping hot with a tangy chutney or dipping sauce for a truly irresistible treat. With just 15 minutes of prep time, Daal Bhajia is your go-to recipe for a deliciously authentic Indian snack experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 small Green chilies
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 500 milliliters Oil
• 0 as needed Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the urad dal thoroughly under running water and soak it in enough water for about 4 hours or until they become soft.

Step 2

Drain the soaked urad dal and transfer it to a blender. Grind the dal to a coarse paste without adding any water. If needed, add only a tablespoon of water to help with the grinding.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, green chilies, and coriander leaves. Add them to the dal paste.

Step 4

Add salt, red chili powder, cumin seeds, and baking soda to the mixture. Mix everything well to combine thoroughly.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a small portion of the batter into the oil. If it rises to the top quickly, the oil is ready.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil carefully, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Fry the bhajias for 3-5 minutes, or until they turn crispy and golden brown, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Use a slotted spoon to remove the bhajias from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the daal bhajias hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	944.3 grams (944.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4838

Total Fat 464.50g	596%
Saturated Fat 30.60g	153%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2769mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 137.00g	50%
Dietary Fiber 40.00g	143%
Total Sugars 8.40g
Protein 53.60g	107%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 353mg	27%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2366mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.6%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 11.1%