Maharaja's Crispy Onion Bhajji

A classic Indian snack originating from the southern state of Tamil Nadu, Maharaja's Crispy Onion Bhajji is a delicious blend of crunchy onions, flavorful spices, and tangy tamarind chutney.

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 large Onion
• 1/2 cup Gram flour
• 2 tbsp tbsp Rice flour
• 1 tsp tsp Red chili powder
• 1 tsp tsp Garam masala powder
• 1 tsp tsp Ginger paste
• 1 tsp tsp Garlic paste
• 2 tbsp tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp tsp Salt
• 1/4 cup Oil
• 2 tbsp tbsp Tamarind chutney
• 1 tsp tsp Green chutney
• 1/4 cup cup Fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup cup Water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large bowl, combine gram flour, rice flour, red chili powder, garam masala powder, ginger paste, garlic paste, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well.

2. 2

   Step 2: Add the sliced onions to the bowl and mix until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.

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   Step 3: Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Step 4: Using a spoon, drop small amounts of the onion mixture into the hot oil.

5. 5

   Step 5: Fry the bhajjis until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

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   Step 6: Remove the bhajjis from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

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   Step 7: Serve the crispy onion bhajjis hot with tamarind chutney and green chutney for dipping.

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   Step 8: Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

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   Step 9: If desired, add a sprinkle of water to the bhajjis before serving to make them more crispy.

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    Step 10: Enjoy your delicious Maharaja's Crispy Onion Bhajji!

💡 Pro Tips

To make the bhajjis extra crispy, you can chill them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before frying. Also, be careful not to overcrowd the frying pan, as this can cause the bhajjis to stick together.

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