Hairy Bikers Onion Bhaji Recipe

This Hairy Bikers Onion Bhaji Recipe is a crispy and fragrant snack, which includes gram flour and green chillies. It’s a great choice for party snacks, ready in about 25 minutes.

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Hairy Bikers Onion Bhaji Recipe Ingredients

• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 70g gram flour
• 30g rice flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• Grated ginger & crushed garlic (to taste)
• 2 green chillies, chopped
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander stems
• 1 tbsp coconut oil or yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

How To Make Hairy Bikers Onion Bhaji Recipe

1. Pickle the onions: Slice onions and pickle with a mix of sugar, salt, and vinegar solution for at least 1 hour. Drain well and pat dry.
2. Make the batter: In a bowl, whisk gram flour, rice flour, baking powder, turmeric, cumin, and cinnamon. Add coconut oil (or yogurt), lemon juice, and a little water to form a thick batter with the consistency of double cream.
3. Add onions and flavorings: Stir in the prepared onions, grated ginger, crushed garlic, chillies, and chopped coriander stems.
4. Fry the bhajis: Heat oil to 180°C. Drop heaped tablespoons of the mixture into the hot oil in batches. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
5. Drain and serve: Remove bhajis with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper. Serve warm with your favorite dip.

Recipe Tips

• Can I skip the pickling step? Yes, but pickling adds a unique tangy flavor and improves texture.
• What oil is best for frying bhajis? Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like sunflower or vegetable oil.
• How to keep bhajis crispy? Fry in small batches and avoid overcrowding the pan.
• Can I make these gluten-free? Yes, as long as all ingredients used are certified gluten-free.
• What can I use instead of rice flour? Cornflour or more gram flour can work, but rice flour gives extra crispiness.

What To Serve With Onion Bhajis

These flavorful snacks pair well with:

• Mint yogurt dip
• Tamarind chutney
• Mango chutney
• Raita
• Fresh lime wedges

How To Store Onion Bhajis

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Reheat: Reheat in a hot oven or air fryer to regain crispiness. Avoid microwaving.

Freeze: Freeze in a single layer, then store in a bag for up to 1 month. Reheat from frozen.

Onion Bhaji Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 250 kcal
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 14g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 300mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I air fry onion bhajis instead of deep frying?
Yes, lightly spray with oil and air fry at 180°C for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway.

Do I need to use both gram and rice flour?
No, but the combination gives a light and crispy texture.

Can I add other vegetables?
Yes, grated carrot or shredded cabbage work well.

Are onion bhajis spicy?
They have mild heat from chillies; adjust to your taste.

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• Hairy Bikers Meatballs In Gravy Recipe
• Hairy Bikers Chicken Tagine Recipe
• Hairy Bikers Chicken And Chorizo Recipe