Low Fat Bajji

Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a beloved Indian snack with this Low Fat Bajji recipe! Perfectly crispy and packed with flavor, these oven-baked goodies are made with a wholesome blend of besan (gram flour), rice flour, and a burst of spices like red chili powder and turmeric. Featuring an assortment of vibrant vegetables—such as potatoes, aubergines, carrots, and more—each slice is dipped in a spiced batter and baked to a golden, crunchy perfection without deep frying. With just a light coating of cooking spray, these bajjis are a healthy alternative that's ideal for snacking, appetizers, or entertaining. Ready in under an hour and paired perfectly with chutney or your favorite dipping sauce, Low Fat Bajji is a satisfying treat for health-conscious food lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Besan (gram flour)
• 0.25 cup Rice flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Water
• 1 sliced Large potato
• 1 sliced Large aubergine
• 2 sliced Carrots
• 1 sliced Green bell pepper
• 2 sliced Tomatoes
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the besan, rice flour, baking soda, red chili powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, and salt.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously to form a smooth batter. The batter should have a slightly thick, yet flowing consistency.

Step 4

Prepare the vegetables by slicing them into 5mm thick pieces. Ensure all slices are of similar thickness for even baking.

Step 5

Dip each vegetable slice into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated. Shake off any excess batter.

Step 6

Arrange the battered vegetable slices on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 7

Lightly spray the tops of the battered vegetables with cooking spray to facilitate crispiness.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then flip the vegetables over and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the bajjis from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve your low-fat bajjis hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	960.5

Total Fat 10.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3114.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 40.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 131.7mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 3119.5mg	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: 9.3%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 74.1%