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Indian Onion Bhaji

Indian Onion Bhaji
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Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade Indian onion bhaji, a popular and flavorful snack that’s both gluten-free and vegan. Made with thinly sliced onions enveloped in a spiced chickpea flour batter, these fritters are pan-fried to golden perfection using just one tablespoon of oil per four fritters. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, these crispy bites are sure to impress at any gathering. Enjoy them fresh from the skillet or serve them with tangy dipping sauces for an unforgettable culinary experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium onions (sliced)
  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (or lemon juice)
  • 1 green hot chili pepper (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped or cilantro)
  • 3 tablespoons oil (for frying; coconut oil recommended)

Instructions

  1. Slice the onions thinly using a sharp knife or mandoline and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together chickpea flour, nutritional yeast (if using), ground cumin, salt, ground turmeric, water, lime juice, green chili pepper, and parsley until smooth and medium-thick.
  3. Add sliced onions to the batter and mix well to ensure they are evenly coated.
  4. Heat one tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Drop small portions of the batter-coated onions into the hot oil, frying about four fritters at a time for 2-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

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