High Protein Daal Bhajia

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, High Protein Daal Bhajia is a guilt-free indulgence packed with nutrition and flavor. This vegan and protein-rich snack combines the goodness of chana dal, moong dal, and urad dal to create a batter that’s perfectly spiced with aromatic cumin, coriander, and a hint of heat from fresh green chilies. Soaked and blended into a smooth mixture, the batter is infused with onions, coriander leaves, and a touch of ginger for a burst of freshness. Fried to perfection, these bhajias are crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and ideal for pairing with chutney or ketchup. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is perfect for a high-protein appetizer, tea-time treat, or party snack that everyone will love. Optimize your snack game with this wholesome, gluten-free twist on traditional Indian fritters!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup chana dal
• 0.5 cup moong dal
• 0.5 cup urad dal
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 pieces green chilies, finely chopped
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 0.25 cup coriander leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.75 cup water
• 2 cups oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the chana dal, moong dal, and urad dal thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Soak all the dals together in a large bowl with enough water to cover them for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 3

Once soaked, drain the dals and transfer them to a blender.

Step 4

Add 0.75 cup of water and blend to form a smooth and thick batter. The batter should not be too runny.

Step 5

Transfer the batter into a mixing bowl and add chopped onions, green chilies, grated ginger, and coriander leaves.

Step 6

Mix in the cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.

Step 7

Just before frying, stir in the baking soda gently into the batter.

Step 8

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. The oil should be sufficiently hot, around 350°F (175°C), to fry the bhajias.

Step 9

Using a spoon or your hand, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil, taking care not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 10

Fry the bhajias until they become golden brown and crisp on the outside, turning them occasionally for even cooking.

Step 11

Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the bhajias from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 12

Serve hot with chutney or ketchup as a snack or appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1286.5 grams (1286.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5238

Total Fat 483.70g	620%
Saturated Fat 69.30g	347%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3129mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 207.90g	76%
Dietary Fiber 60.50g	216%
Total Sugars 21.20g
Protein 76.40g	153%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 527mg	41%
Iron 26mg	147%
Potassium 4387mg	93%

*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: 79.3%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 15.1%