Nut-Free Bhajia (Spicy Indian Fritters)

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold spices, this Nut-Free Bhajia recipe is a mouthwatering twist on traditional Indian fritters that's perfect for snack time or as a flavorful appetizer. Made with a gluten-free batter of chickpea and rice flours, and loaded with thinly sliced potatoes, onions, spinach, and aromatic herbs like coriander, these fritters pack a satisfying crunch in every bite. Spiced with turmeric, red chili powder, cumin, and a hint of asafoetida, they deliver an authentic Indian flavor without the use of nuts, making them allergen-friendly. Quick to prepare and fried to perfection in just 20 minutes, these bhajias are best enjoyed piping hot with tangy green chutney or sweet tamarind sauce. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a comforting tea-time treat, these nut-free bhajias are sure to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 150 grams chickpea flour (besan)
• 50 grams rice flour
• 180 milliliters water
• 2 medium, peeled and sliced thin potatoes
• 1 medium, thinly sliced onion
• 50 grams, chopped spinach
• 2 finely chopped green chilies
• 15 grams, chopped coriander leaves
• 1 teaspoon, grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 500 milliliters oil for deep frying

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, rice flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, asafoetida, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add water to the flour mixture, whisking continuously to create a smooth, lump-free batter.

Step 3

Add cumin seeds, grated ginger, and finely chopped green chilies to the batter. Mix well.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped coriander leaves, thinly sliced onions, thinly sliced potatoes, and chopped spinach. Mix until all the veggies are well coated with the batter.

Step 5

In a deep frying pan, heat oil over medium heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small amount of batter into the oil. If it sizzles and rises to the surface, the oil is ready.

Step 6

Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter-coated vegetable mixture into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Fry the bhajias in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 8

Using a slotted spoon, remove the bhajias from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Repeat the frying process with the remaining batter and vegetables.

Step 10

Serve the nut-free bhajias hot with green chutney or tamarind sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1543.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5676.0

Total Fat 513.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2582.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 52.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 266.7mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 4303.5mg	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: 79.9%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 16.4%