Go Back
+ servings
Indian Onion Bhaji

Crispy Indian Onion Bhaji for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy guilt-free snacking with these crispy vegan Indian Onion Bhajis, perfect for gatherings or a quick treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 2 medium Onions sliced thinly
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour can be replaced with all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast optional
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 0.5 cup Water adjust for batter thickness
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice can substitute with lemon juice
  • 1 medium Green Hot Chili Pepper finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Parsley or Cilantro for freshness
  • 1 tablespoon Oil for Frying coconut oil recommended

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling two medium-sized onions and slicing them into thin strips, about a quarter-inch thick. Set the sliced onions aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine one cup of chickpea flour, two tablespoons of nutritional yeast, one teaspoon of ground cumin, one teaspoon of salt, and half a teaspoon of ground turmeric. Whisk together.
  3. Slowly add half a cup of water and two tablespoons of lime juice to achieve a medium-thick batter. Adjust with more water if necessary.
  4. Gently fold the sliced onions into the batter until each piece is well-coated.
  5. Pour one tablespoon of coconut oil into a non-stick skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the onion batter into the hot skillet, frying up to 4 fritters at a time for 2-4 minutes until golden brown, then gently flip and cook the other side.
  7. Remove the bhajis from the skillet and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooled bhajis in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!