Soy-Free Bhajia (Spicy Indian Fritters)

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold Indian spices, these Soy-Free Bhajia (Spicy Indian Fritters) are the ultimate comfort food snack or appetizer. Made with gram flour (besan) and a medley of fresh ingredients like thinly sliced potatoes, onions, green chilies, and cilantro, this delightful recipe is entirely soy-free, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Enhanced with aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala, these fritters are fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these bhajia pair beautifully with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving something savory, these spicy Indian fritters are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Gram flour (besan)
• 2 medium Potatoes, sliced thinly
• 1 large Onion, thinly sliced
• 2 pieces Green chili, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Water
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gram flour, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, baking soda, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth and slightly thick batter without lumps.

Step 3

Add the sliced potatoes, sliced onion, chopped green chili, and cilantro to the batter. Mix well to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To check if the oil is ready for frying, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.

Step 5

Using a spoon or your hands, carefully drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 6

Fry the bhajia until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Step 7

Remove the bhajia with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 8

Serve hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1388.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4889.6

Total Fat 483.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2818.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 231.9mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 3055.1mg	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: 85.1%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 11.8%