Heart-Healthy Bajji

Indulge in the guilt-free delight of Heart-Healthy Bajji, a baked twist on the traditional deep-fried Indian snack that’s perfect for clean eating. This easy-to-make recipe swaps frying for oven-baking, using just a drizzle of olive oil to achieve perfectly crispy, golden edges. Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables like spinach, cauliflower, and potatoes, each bite delivers a wholesome crunch infused with an aromatic batter made from gluten-free chickpea flour, rice flour, and a medley of spices like turmeric, cumin, and asafoetida. The addition of fresh coriander and a hint of green chili takes the flavor to the next level. Ready in under 40 minutes, this delicious and heart-friendly snack pairs beautifully with mint or tamarind chutney, making it a healthier, yet equally satisfying, choice for any occasion. Perfect for keyword searches on baked bajji, healthy Indian snacks, or low-oil recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Besan (Chickpea Flour)
• 0.25 cup Rice flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 12 large leaves Spinach leaves
• 8 medium Cauliflower florets
• 2 small, sliced thin Potatoes
• 1 finely chopped Green chili
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Coriander leaves
• 0.75 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the besan (chickpea flour), rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin seeds, asafoetida, salt, and baking soda.

Step 3

Slowly add water to the dry ingredients while whisking to form a smooth, thick batter.

Step 4

Stir in the finely chopped green chili and coriander leaves into the batter.

Step 5

Prepare the vegetables: wash the spinach leaves, chop the cauliflower florets into bite-size pieces, and slice the potatoes into 1/4 inch thick slices.

Step 6

Dip each vegetable piece into the batter, ensuring it is thoroughly coated.

Step 7

Place the coated vegetables onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 8

Drizzle olive oil over the top of the coated vegetables.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the bajjis are golden brown and crisp, turning halfway through the cooking time for even cooking.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and serve hot with your choice of heart-healthy chutney, such as mint or tamarind chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	844.1 grams (844.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1321

Total Fat 50.80g	65%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1670mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 175.10g	64%
Dietary Fiber 23.70g	85%
Total Sugars 18.70g
Protein 40.80g	82%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196mg	15%
Iron 13mg	74%
Potassium 3282mg	70%

*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: 34.6%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 53.0%