Nut-Free Onion Bhaji

Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, this Nut-Free Onion Bhaji recipe is a fantastic twist on the classic Indian street food, made allergy-friendly without compromising on taste. Thinly sliced onions are coated in a perfectly spiced chickpea flour batter infused with cumin, coriander, turmeric, and chili powder, then fried to perfection for a crunchy yet tender bite. Completely free of nuts and featuring simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is easy to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes, making it a great choice for a quick snack, appetizer, or party platter. Serve these irresistibly crispy onion fritters hot with a dollop of tangy chutney or yogurt dip for the ultimate flavor experience. Whether you're catering to allergies or simply looking for a delicious plant-based treat, these nut-free onion bhajis are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 large Onions
• 150 grams Chickpea flour (besan)
• 120 ml Water
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
• 500 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the onions thinly, then separate the rings to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking constantly to form a smooth, lump-free batter. The batter should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Step 4

Add the sliced onions and chopped fresh coriander leaves to the batter and mix well until the onions are coated evenly.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. The oil should be approximately 1-2 inches deep for frying.

Step 6

To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.

Step 7

Carefully drop spoonfuls of the onion mixture into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the bhajis in batches for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crisp.

Step 8

Remove the bhajis from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the nut-free onion bhajis hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1332 grams (1332.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5103

Total Fat 511.40g	656%
Saturated Fat 72.80g	364%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2720mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 140.50g	51%
Dietary Fiber 27.70g	99%
Total Sugars 47.70g
Protein 39.30g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221mg	17%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 2330mg	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: 86.5%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 10.6%