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Crispy Onion Bhaji with Mint Chutney

Golden, crunchy fritters made with caramelized onions and chickpea flour, fried until edges curl and served with a bright, herbaceous mint chutney. Ready in 12 minutes—pure TikTok snacking gold.

Total time
12 min
Servings
2
Calories
245
Protein
8g
Crispy Onion Bhaji with Mint Chutney
casualsatisfyingindianvegetarianveganvegetariancrispycrunchy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Blend mint, lime juice, coconut, and 2 tbsp water until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Toss onions with chickpea flour, green chili, ginger, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until coated.

  3. Step 3

    Heat 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet over medium-high until a pinch of flour sizzles on contact, ~2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into hot oil. Fry 2–3 minutes per side until deep golden and edges curl.

  5. Step 5

    Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with mint chutney on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • blender or food processor
  • large mixing bowl
  • deep skillet (10–12 inch)
  • slotted spoon or spider skimmer
  • paper towels
  • small serving bowl

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