Crispy Onion Bhaji with Quick Tamarind Chutney
Golden, crispy fried onion fritters with a tangy tamarind dip and cool side salad. Battered and deep-fried in under 15 minutes—the perfect Indian snack.
- Total time
- 14 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 2 whole large yellow onions
- ¾ cup chickpea flour (besan)
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 whole green chili, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1.5 cup neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Slice onions into thin half-moons and toss with chickpea flour, salt, green chili, and cilantro until evenly coated.
- 2
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (a pinch of flour should sizzle immediately upon contact).
- 3
Working in batches, slide spoonfuls of the onion mixture into hot oil and fry until deep golden brown, 2–3 minutes.
- 4
Remove bhaji with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Season with salt while still hot.
- 5
Whisk tamarind paste with 2 tbsp water and a pinch of salt to make a quick chutney.
- 6
Serve bhaji hot with tamarind chutney on the side and a simple green salad.
Tools you’ll need
- large mixing bowl
- deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot
- cooking thermometer
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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