{"id":"recipe_1dc9bd36ca","slug":"onion-bhajia","title":"Onion Bhajia","description":"Crispy, golden-brown Indian onion fritters seasoned with aromatic spices and fried to perfection. A classic street food snack that is naturally gluten-free and vegan.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":25},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 large onions, thinly sliced","name":"Onion","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"red onion preferred","group":"base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 1/2 cups gram flour (besan)","name":"Flour","quantity":180,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"sifted","notes":"also known as Chickpea flour","group":"batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 tbsp rice flour","name":"Rice Flour","quantity":16,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"dry","notes":"adds extra crispiness","group":"batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 green chilies, finely chopped","name":"Green chili","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely chopped","notes":"adjust to spice preference","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp ginger-garlic paste","name":"Ginger-Garlic Paste","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"paste","notes":"","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1/2 tsp cumin seeds","name":"Cumin Seeds","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1/4 tsp carom seeds (ajwain)","name":"Carom seeds","quantity":0.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"whole","notes":"Ajwain, aids digestion","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/4 tsp turmeric powder","name":"Turmeric","quantity":0.5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"1/2 tsp red chili powder","name":"Red Chili","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-11","original":"2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves","name":"Coriander Leaves","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"finely chopped","notes":"fresh","group":"spices","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-12","original":"1/4 cup water (as needed)","name":"Water","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"only if needed","group":"batter","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-13","original":"Vegetable oil for deep frying","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"for deep frying","group":"cooking","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the thinly sliced onions in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt and mix well. Let the onions rest for about 10 minutes; this allows them to release their natural juices.","group":"Preparation","title":"Place the thinly sliced onions","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"To the onions, add the green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, carom seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and chopped coriander leaves. Mix thoroughly to coat the onions with the spices.","group":"Batter","title":"To the onions, add the green chilies, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Batter"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Sift in the gram flour and rice flour. Mix with your hands, pressing slightly to combine with the onion moisture. If the mixture is too dry to hold together, add water one tablespoon at a time until a thick, sticky batter forms that coats the onions.","group":"Batter","title":"Sift in the gram flour and rice flour","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Batter"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai over medium-high heat. To test if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of batter; if it sizzles and rises to the surface immediately, it's ready.","group":"Frying","title":"Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Take small, roughly spoonful-sized portions of the onion batter and carefully drop them into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan. Fry until the bhajias are golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.","group":"Frying","title":"Take small, roughly spoonful-sized portions of the onion batter and carefully…","timerMinutes":4,"sourceTitle":"Frying"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Remove the bhajias with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with mint chutney or tamarind sauce.","group":"Serving","title":"Remove the bhajias","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"Ensure the onions are sliced very thinly for maximum crunch. Letting the onions sit with salt first releases their natural juices, which helps create a better batter consistency without needing too much extra water.","cuisine":{"group":"Desi","specific":["Indian"]},"course":["appetizer"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["mixing bowl","deep pan","slotted spoon","paper towels"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":16,"unit":"piece","note":"makes approximately 16 small bhajias"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The batter can be prepared 1 hour in advance, but it is best to fry them just before serving for maximum crispiness."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat in an air fryer or oven to restore crispiness.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat at 180°C (350°F) in an oven for 5 minutes."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_1dc9bd36ca%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d844567e-1136-4913-8fc0-ec37a4f73cbf","imageAlt":"Onion Bhajia — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["pakora","fritters","street food","tea time","crispy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Onion Bhajia","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T17:25:16.604Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T17:25:16.604Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_e97296ffc2","slug":"bhelpuri","title":"Bhelpuri","description":"A classic Mumbai street food snack made with puffed rice, crunchy sev, fresh vegetables, and tangy chutneys. 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