Golden Brown Onion Bhajis with Raita
Golden Brown Onion Bhajis with Raita: A crispy, flavorful Indian appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. The bhajis are made with a batter of flour, baking powder, salt, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, onion, cilantro, and water. They're then fried until golden brown and served with a refreshing raita made with yogurt, cucumber, and mint.
Onion bhajis are a popular Indian appetizer that can be found at most Indian restaurants. They're typically made with a batter of flour, baking powder, salt, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, onion, cilantro, and water. The batter is then dropped into hot oil and fried until golden brown. Bhajis can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, but raita is a classic choice. Raita is a yogurt-based sauce that is often used to cool down spicy dishes. It's made with yogurt, cucumber, mint, and salt. Raita is a refreshing and flavorful condiment that can be used with a variety of dishes.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Canola oil, for frying
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cumin, garam masala, and turmeric.
  2. Add the onion and cilantro to the bowl and stir until combined.
  3. Add the water and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add enough canola oil to come up to 1/2 inch.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
  6. Drain the bhajis on paper towels and serve with raita.
  7. To make the raita, simply combine 1 cup of plain yogurt, 1/4 cup of chopped cucumber, and 1/4 cup of chopped mint in a bowl and stir until combined.
Why It Works
  • The combination of flour, baking powder, and salt creates a light and fluffy batter.
  • The spices add flavor and depth to the batter.
  • The onion and cilantro add texture and freshness to the bhajis.
  • Frying the bhajis until golden brown gives them a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • The raita provides a cooling and refreshing contrast to the spicy bhajis.