Soy-Free Onion Bhaji

Crispy, golden, and utterly irresistible, this Soy-Free Onion Bhaji recipe puts a delightful spin on the classic Indian snack, making it perfect for those avoiding soy. Made with a flavorful blend of chickpea flour, rice flour, vibrant turmeric, and warming spices like cumin, coriander, and chili, these fritters are packed with aromatic depth and satisfying crunch. Thinly sliced onions are coated in a thick, spiced batter and fried to perfection, creating a snack that’s crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Ideal as a gluten-free appetizer, a party nibble, or a side dish, these bhajis are best served fresh and piping hot, paired with a cooling mint chutney or tangy tamarind sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this simple and allergen-friendly recipe is a must-try for fans of bold flavors and delightful textures.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 large onions
• 150 grams chickpea flour
• 50 grams rice flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 150 ml water
• 500 ml vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the onions into rings. They should be about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the sliced onions and chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the chickpea flour, rice flour, baking powder, turmeric powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, red chili powder, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, stirring to form a thick batter that holds together. It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

Step 5

Add the onion and cilantro mixture to the batter, ensuring all pieces are well coated.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a deep skillet to 180°C (356°F).

Step 7

Carefully drop tablespoon-sized portions of the onion batter into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Fry the bhajis in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until crispy and golden brown, turning occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the fried bhajis using a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Serve hot, ideally with mint chutney or as a side to your main dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1392.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4788.4

Total Fat 454.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 284.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2925.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 47.8g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223.1mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 2427.2mg	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: 82.0%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 14.5%