Onion Bhajia

Crispy, golden, and irresistibly spiced, Onion Bhajia is a classic Indian street food snack that's perfect for any occasion. These savory fritters feature thinly sliced onions coated in a flavorful batter made from chickpea flour, rice flour, and a medley of spices like turmeric, red chili, and ground coriander, with a hint of ajwain for an aromatic twist. Finely chopped green chilies and fresh cilantro add a burst of freshness and heat, while a quick deep-fry ensures a crunchy exterior with tender, flavorful onions inside. Ready in under 40 minutes, these bhajias are best served hot with tangy chutney or a steaming cup of masala tea. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, Onion Bhajia is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to satisfy your cravings for a crispy, spicy treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized Onions
• 1 cup Chickpea flour (besan)
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ajwain seeds (carom seeds)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 pieces Green chilies, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 liter Vegetable oil, for deep-frying

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the onions. Place them in a large mixing bowl and separate the layers by lightly massaging them with your hands.

Step 2

Add the chickpea flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, ground coriander, ajwain seeds, and salt to the bowl with the onions.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped green chilies and fresh cilantro to the mixture. Mix everything well to coat the onions evenly with the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Slowly add the water, a little at a time, to form a thick batter. The batter should just coat the onions but not become too runny.

Step 5

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or wok over medium heat. To test the oil, drop a small amount of batter into it. The batter should sizzle and rise to the surface immediately.

Step 6

Using your hands or a spoon, drop small portions of the onion batter into the hot oil. Work in batches to ensure you don't overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Fry the bhajias for 3–5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.

Step 8

Remove the fried bhajias using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the onion bhajias hot with chutney or a cup of masala tea for a delicious snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1515.2 grams (1515.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9610

Total Fat 1016.40g	1303%
Saturated Fat 142.10g	711%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2451mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 123.80g	45%
Dietary Fiber 22.90g	82%
Total Sugars 34.50g
Protein 33.80g	68%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1862mg	40%

*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: 93.6%

Protein: 1.4%

Carbs: 5.1%