Gluten-Free Onion Bhaji

Crisp, golden, and bursting with bold Indian spices, these Gluten-Free Onion Bhajis are the perfect snack or appetizer for any occasion. Made with a flavorful blend of chickpea flour, rice flour, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder, this recipe ensures a delicious gluten-free twist on the classic onion bhaji. Thinly sliced onions are coated in a smooth, spiced batter, then fried to perfection for a crunchy exterior with a tender, savory center. Ready in just 35 minutes, these bhajis are ideal for serving hot alongside your favorite chutney or dipping sauce. Whether you're gluten-intolerant or simply looking to explore vibrant Indian street food at home, this easy-to-follow recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized Onions
• 150 grams Chickpea flour (besan)
• 50 grams Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Coriander seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 150 milliliters Water
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the onions and slice them thinly. Separate the slices into rings and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpea flour, rice flour, baking powder, cumin seeds, coriander seeds, ground turmeric, chili powder, and salt.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Gradually add water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously, until you form a smooth and thick batter. Ensure there are no lumps.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat until hot but not smoking.

Step 6

Dip the onion rings into the batter, ensuring each piece is well-coated.

Step 7

Carefully drop a few battered onion rings into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook each batch for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Remove the bhajis with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 9

Repeat with the remaining onion rings and batter.

Step 10

Serve the onion bhajis hot with your choice of chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1185.1 grams (1185.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4719

Total Fat 453.90g	582%
Saturated Fat 64.60g	323%
Polyunsaturated Fat 284.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2969mg	129%
Total Carbohydrate 164.90g	60%
Dietary Fiber 26.00g	93%
Total Sugars 35.50g
Protein 41.60g	83%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193mg	15%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2037mg	43%

*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: 83.2%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 13.4%