Indian Onion Bhajis with Mint Raita

Name: Indian Onion Bhajis with Mint Raita
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 cups chickpea flour (sifted); 3 large onions (thinly sliced); 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds (crushed); 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup water; 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying); 1 cup plain yogurt; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (finely chopped); 1 tablespoon cucumber (grated); 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt

VegetarianIndianSnacksQuickEasyFamily-Friendly

⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 15m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 250 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Crispy and flavorful onion bhajis paired with a refreshing mint raita, perfect as a snack or appetizer.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

6.0g 13%

Fat

15.0g 33%

Carbs

25.0g 54%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

10% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

🌾 Fiber

16% DV

Aids in digestive health

🔺 Calcium

8% DV

Important for bone health

☀️ Vitamin A

5% DV

Supports vision and skin health

Ingredients

Bhajis

2 cups chickpea flour sifted
3 large onions thinly sliced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon coriander seeds crushed
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Mint Raita

1 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
1 tablespoon cucumber grated
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1 In a large bowl, combine chickpea flour, cumin seeds, crushed coriander seeds, turmeric powder, chili powder, and salt.
2 Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking to form a smooth batter.
3 Add the thinly sliced onions to the batter and mix well to coat them evenly.
4 Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5 Drop spoonfuls of the onion batter into the hot oil, frying them in batches until golden and crisp, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
6 Remove the bhajis with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
7 For the mint raita, combine plain yogurt, chopped mint leaves, grated cucumber, cumin powder, and salt in a bowl. Mix well.
8 Serve the hot onion bhajis with mint raita on the side for dipping.