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Indian Onion Bhaji (Healthy Recipe)

Crispy Indian Onion Bhaji: A Healthy Snack Delight

Enjoy guilt-free Crispy Indian Onion Bhaji—vegan, gluten-free fritters ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bhaji Batter
  • 2 medium Onions Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour Can substitute with regular flour
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast Optional
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Turmeric
  • 1 cup Water Adjust as needed
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Can use lemon juice
  • 1 medium Green Hot Chili Pepper Adjust based on heat preference
  • 2 tbsp Parsley Or cilantro
For Frying
  • 1 tbsp Oil Coconut, vegetable, or canola oil

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Indian Onion Bhaji
  1. Slice the onions thinly and set aside in a bowl.
  2. Prepare the batter by mixing chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, cumin, salt, turmeric, and water in a bowl.
  3. Combine the sliced onions with the batter until fully coated.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat, adding one tablespoon of oil.
  5. Fry small portions of the onion-batter mix for 2-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy.
  6. Transfer cooked bhajis to a paper towel-lined plate and serve hot with dips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bhajiCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Enjoy these bhajis immediately for the best texture and flavor.

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