Dairy-Free Bhajia (Spicy Indian Fritters)

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, these Dairy-Free Bhajia (Spicy Indian Fritters) are a delicious plant-based twist on a classic Indian snack. Made with a savory chickpea flour batter, these fritters are studded with finely sliced red onion, tender potato, earthy spinach, and aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and chili powder. Fresh ginger, garlic, and a hint of green chili add warmth and complexity, while cilantro adds a bright, herby finish. Deep-fried to perfection, these fritters are naturally gluten-free and completely dairy-free, making them a versatile appetizer or side dish. Serve them piping hot with your favorite chutney for a crowd-pleasing snack that perfectly balances crispy textures and a spicy kick. Perfect for parties, teatime, or satisfying your street food cravings at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chickpea flour (Besan)
• 0.75 cup Water
• 1 medium Red onion, finely sliced
• 1 medium Potato, peeled and sliced thin
• 1 cup Spinach leaves, chopped
• 1 small Green chili, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 2 cups Oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, add chickpea flour, ground cumin, red chili powder, turmeric powder, salt, and baking powder.

Step 2

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, stirring constantly to form a smooth, lump-free batter.

Step 3

Add the sliced onion, potato, chopped spinach, green chili, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro to the batter. Mix well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Test if the oil is ready by dropping a small amount of batter into the oil. If it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready for frying.

Step 5

Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, being mindful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the bhajias in batches if necessary.

Step 6

Fry the bhajias until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 4-5 minutes per side. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 7

Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter.

Step 8

Serve the dairy-free bhajias hot with your choice of chutney or sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1252.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4944.9

Total Fat 482.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2632.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.5g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 228.9mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 2719.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.3%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 10.8%