ONION BHAJIS WITH SPICY TOMATO SAUCE

Onion Bhajis With Spicy Tomato Sauce image

Provided by Tarteausucre

Categories Asian

Time 1h5m

Yield 25 bhajis, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 -3 chilies, minced (to taste)
1 red pepper, diced
1 (15 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup water
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons soft brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
4 onions, sliced very thinly
oil (for deep frying)

Steps:

Combine the sauce ingredients with 1/4 cup water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until it thickens. Remove from heat.
To make the bhajis, sift the flour, baking powder, spices and 1 tsp salt into a bowl. Make a well in the gener and gradually add the combined egg and 1/4 cup water. Whisking until smooth. Stir in coriander and onion.
Fill a deep heavy-based saucepan one third full of oil. Cook a tablespoon sized ball of mixture in the oil in batches for 90 seconds each side, or until golden brown. Drain. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.3, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 546.1, Carbohydrate 34.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 11.2, Protein 6.3