Gluten-Free Onion Bajji

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, this Gluten-Free Onion Bajji delivers a mouthwatering twist on a quintessential Indian snack. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this recipe uses chickpea and rice flour to create a light and crunchy coating, while aromatic spices like carom seeds, turmeric, and asafoetida infuse every bite. Thinly sliced onion rings are dipped into a spiced batter, fried to perfection, and garnished with fresh cilantro for an added burst of flavor. These savory fritters are quick to make, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal appetizer or tea-time snack. Serve piping hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce to enjoy this gluten-free delight at its finest.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 units Large onions
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Carom seeds (ajwain)
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 0.75 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.75 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 cups Oil for deep frying

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the onions into ¼-inch thick rings. Separate the rings from each sliced onion.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, carom seeds, asafoetida, salt, and baking soda.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the flour mixture, whisking continuously to form a smooth and thick batter. Ensure there are no lumps. The batter should be thick enough to coat the onion rings.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped cilantro leaves into the batter for added flavor.

Step 5

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat until it reaches around 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Dip each onion ring into the batter, ensuring it is evenly coated, and then carefully lower into the hot oil.

Step 7

Fry a few onion bajjis at a time, avoiding overcrowding the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy, approximately 3-4 minutes per batch, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Using a slotted spoon, remove the bajjis from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the gluten-free onion bajji hot with your choice of chutney or ketchup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1110.3 grams (1110.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4876

Total Fat 482.90g	619%
Saturated Fat 67.30g	337%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2186mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 120.60g	44%
Dietary Fiber 20.80g	74%
Total Sugars 27.30g
Protein 33.70g	67%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 170mg	13%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1631mg	35%

*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: 87.6%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 9.7%