Kanda Bhajjji
Introduction
Kanda bhajji also known as Onion Fitters or Onion Pakora is a famous street food all around India. It was even featured In Master Chef Australia. Mixture of Chickpea Flour (Besan ) and Onion. Its a favorite delicacy especially in Monsoons .
Ingredients:
- 1 cup thinly sliced onions (about 1 large onion)
- ½ cup gram flour (besan)
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- Oil for deep frying
Method:
- Slice the onions thinly and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add gram flour and salt to the sliced onions.
- Drizzle oil over the mixture and combine everything thoroughly. Let it rest for 5-6 minutes to allow the onions to release moisture.
- Heat oil for deep frying in a kadai or deep pan.
- Once the oil is hot, test by adding a pinch of batter. If it rises smoothly, the oil is ready.
- Spoon the batter into the hot oil and fry on medium heat until golden and crisp.
- Remove the bhajis with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels
Serve with
Serve Kanda Bhaji hot with fried green chilies, green chutney, or tomato ketchup.