Crispy Onion Bhaji with Mint Chutney & Yogurt
Golden-fried Indian onion fritters with a crispy exterior and soft center, served with cooling mint chutney and yogurt dip. Ready in under 15 minutes and endlessly addictive.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 3 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 piece green chili, minced (or 1/2 tsp chili powder)
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
- ½ cup plain yogurt
Instructions
- 1
Toss sliced onions with flour, garam masala, green chili, salt, and 3 tbsp water until evenly coated.
- 2
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a piece of onion sizzles immediately when dropped in.
- 3
Working in two batches, carefully slide onion mixture into hot oil; fry 3–4 minutes until deep golden brown.
- 4
Use a slotted spoon to lift bhaji onto a paper-towel-lined plate; sprinkle with salt while still hot.
- 5
Stir chopped mint into yogurt with a pinch of salt and cumin; serve alongside bhaji for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- medium bowl
- deep skillet or wok
- instant-read thermometer (optional)
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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