ONION BHAJI (INDIAN ONION FRITTERS)

Onion Bhaji (Indian Onion Fritters) image

Provided by Boomette

Categories Lime

Time 35m

Yield 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2/3 cup water
1/2 lime, juice of
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
salt and pepper
1 1/4 cups chickpea flour (see note)
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the flour, turmeric, cumin, coriander, parsley and water. Season with salt and pepper. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to blend. Preheat the fryer to high heat.
Preheat the oven to 75 °C (170 °F).
With two teaspoons, place 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of batter and fry in the hot oil, a few at a time, for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towel and keep warm in the oven. Fry the remaining fritters. Serve warm as a starter.
Tips: You can find chickpea flour in health food stores and some supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.9, Fat 0.3, Sodium 3.7, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.1