Low Sodium Daal Bhajia
Delight your taste buds with these crispy and flavorful Low Sodium Daal Bhajias, a healthier twist on the classic Indian lentil fritters. Made with protein-rich split chickpea lentils (chana dal), aromatic spices like cumin and turmeric, and a hint of heat from green chili and red chili powder, this recipe delivers bold flavors without relying on excessive salt. These golden-brown fritters are lightly spiced, gluten-free, and perfect for guilt-free snacking or as a party appetizer. With just 15 minutes of prep time, they're easy to whip up and pair beautifully with tangy chutneys or refreshing yogurt dips. Perfect for those looking to enjoy traditional flavors with a low-sodium diet in mind, these bhajias are a crunchy, satisfying treat!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Split chickpea lentils (Chana Dal)
- 2 tablespoons Rice flour
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 small Green chili, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 cups Oil for frying
- 0.25 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the split chickpea lentils in water thoroughly and soak them in enough water for at least 2 hours to soften.
Step 2
Drain the soaked lentils and blend them into a coarse paste using a food processor. Add a little water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Step 3
Transfer the pasted lentils to a mixing bowl. Add rice flour, onion, green chili, ginger, garlic, cilantro, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and baking powder. Mix everything well to form a thick batter.
Step 4
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Step 5
Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil gently, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 6
Fry the bhajias until they are golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Step 7
Remove the bhajias from the oil and drain on a paper towel to soak excess oil.
Step 8
Serve the low sodium daal bhajia hot with your choice of chutney or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (896.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4939.1 |
| Total Fat 480.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 301.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 154.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.9g | |
| Protein 43.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 197.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1814.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories