Onion Bahji (Indian Onion Fritters)

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Onion Bahji (Indian Onion Fritters)
30 min.
14
1249kcal

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If you're looking to add a delightful crunch to your meal, look no further than Onion Bahji, the beloved Indian onion fritters that are sure to impress! These vegetarian treats are not only easy to make but also ready in just 30 minutes, making them a perfect side dish for any occasion. With a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior, each bite is a celebration of textures and tastes.

The star of this recipe is the onion, thinly sliced and combined with a blend of spices, eggs, and flour to create a batter that clings beautifully to the onions. The addition of fresh cilantro and a zesty yogurt dipping sauce elevates the dish, providing a refreshing contrast to the warm, fried fritters. Whether you're serving them at a party, as an appetizer, or alongside your favorite curry, these Onion Bahji are sure to be a hit!

With 14 servings, this recipe is perfect for gatherings, and at just 1249 calories for the entire batch, you can indulge without guilt. So gather your ingredients, heat up that oil, and get ready to enjoy a deliciously crispy treat that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  •  eggs beaten
  • 0.5 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup greek yogurt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 14 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 14 servings juice of lemon to taste
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • large onion thinly sliced into 1/4 inch rings
  • quarts vegetable oil; peanut oil preferred 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • pot

Directions

  1. Combine yogurt and cilantro. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Set this dipping sauce aside.
  2. Combine onions, eggs, milk, flour, coriander, and cumin, and mix with your hands, crushing the onions with your fingers, until a smooth batter with a few lumps is formed.
  3. Pour 1 1/2 inches vegetable oil in a large pot and place over medium high heat. When oil is 350°F drop batter into oil by the 1/4 cup into the oil. Cook for 4 minutes per side, or until that side is brown; then flip and continue to cook.
  4. Remove bahji from oil and place on paper towels.
  5. Serve hot with dipping sauce, sliced scallions and any chutneys you happen to have in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1249kcal
Protein0.93%
Fat96.53%
Carbs2.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.93
Glycemic Load
3.22
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.6639130167339%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.73mg
Hesperetin
2.17mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.61mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1248.53kcal
62.43%
Fat:136.39g
209.83%
Saturated Fat:23.26g
145.38%
Carbohydrates:8.09g
2.7%
Net Carbohydrates:7.32g
2.66%
Sugar:2.23g
2.48%
Cholesterol:35.95mg
11.98%
Sodium:19.36mg
0.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.96g
5.92%
Vitamin E:21.37mg
142.45%
Vitamin C:8.27mg
10.03%
Selenium:5.39µg
7.7%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.06%
Folate:22.41µg
5.6%
Phosphorus:48.75mg
4.87%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.65%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.12%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.58%
Fiber:0.76g
3.06%
Iron:0.54mg
3.01%
Potassium:100.68mg
2.88%
Calcium:28.75mg
2.88%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.66%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.62%
Vitamin K:2.18µg
2.08%
Magnesium:8.03mg
2.01%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.94%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.74%
Vitamin A:80.08IU
1.6%
Copper:0.03mg
1.6%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.58%