ONION FRITTERS (BHAJAS)

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This recipe originates in Mauritius. Mauritius is an African island nation in the Indian Ocean. These fritters are yummy.

Provided by Annacia * @Annacia

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 10

224 g - besan flour (gram flour is a flour made from ground chickpeas. it is also known as chickpea flour, garbanzo flour)
1/2 teaspoon(s) chili powder
1 teaspoon(s) turmeric
1 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt, to taste
1 teaspoon(s) cumin seed, coarsely crushed
2 - large onions, finely sliced
2 - green chilies, finely chopped
2 tablespoon(s) coriander leaves, chopped
- vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the flour, chili powder, turmeric, baking powder and salt. Add the crushed cumin seeds, onion, green chili's and coriander leaves, toss well.
  • Very gradually mix in enough cold water to make a thick batter coating all of the ingredients.
  • Heat enough oil in a wok or deep frying pan. Drop by spoonfuls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown leaving enough space to turn fritters easily.
  • Drain well and serve hot.

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