Best 3 Indian Onion Fritters Recipes

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Indian onion fritters, also known as onion pakoras, are a delectable appetizer or snack that originated in the Indian subcontinent. These crispy fritters are made with a batter of chickpea flour, spices, and thinly sliced onions, which are then deep-fried until golden brown. The result is a crunchy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you serve them as a side dish or enjoy them on their own, Indian onion fritters are a perfect treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So, if you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make snack, look no further than this delightful recipe for Indian onion fritters.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

INDIAN RESTAURANT STYLE ONION BHAJIA - DEEP FRIED ONION FRITTERS



Indian Restaurant Style Onion Bhajia - Deep Fried Onion Fritters image

An absolute must as an accompaniment to curry or wonderful as a starter for an Indian meal. Onion Bhajis are tasty little onion balls bound together with lightly spiced and fragrant chickpea flour batter. Serve these with coriander chutney or cucumber raita. You will ALWAYS be offered these on any British Indian restaurant menu; they also make great snacks if served with salad and assorted chutneys and spicy dips. You can lighten these up a little bit by frying them, and then allowing them to drain over a wire rack before reheating them in a medium to hot oven for about 3 to 5 minutes.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large onions, sliced thinly
200 g chickpea flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons rice flour
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon black onion seeds
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
1/2 teaspoon coriander, ground
salt
100 ml water
750 ml vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Put the vegetable oil into a large pan and heat over a medium to high heat.
  • Make the batter: In a large bowl, add the chickpea flour, baking powder, rice flour, turmeric, black onion seeds, chili powder, cumin, coriander, salt and the water. Mix together well and then add the sliced onion - mix the onion through until well coated.
  • Check the temperature of the oil by dropping a small cube of bread in - it should brown fairly slowly - not burn or go dark brown straight away.
  • Carefully drop spoons of the bhaji batter in to the oil, do NOT overcrowd as they will stick together. Fry them in small batches for 1 to 2 minutes until they are a golden brown and crispy. Remove them with a slotted spoon and allow them to drain on a paper covered plate in a warm oven.
  • Repeat until all the bhaji batter is finished and they are all cooked.
  • Sprinkle over a little salt and serve straight away with coriander chutney or cucumber raita.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1691.4, Fat 167.2, SaturatedFat 21.6, Sodium 132.7, Carbohydrate 40.8, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 12.4

ONION BHAJI (INDIAN ONION FRITTERS)



Onion Bhaji (Indian Onion Fritters) image

Make and share this Onion Bhaji (Indian Onion Fritters) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Lime

Time 35m

Yield 28 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
2/3 cup water
1/2 lime, juice of
2 cups thinly sliced onions
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
salt and pepper
1 1/4 cups chickpea flour (see note)
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, turmeric, cumin, coriander, parsley and water. Season with salt and pepper. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to blend. Preheat the fryer to high heat.
  • Preheat the oven to 75 °C (170 °F).
  • With two teaspoons, place 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of batter and fry in the hot oil, a few at a time, for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towel and keep warm in the oven. Fry the remaining fritters. Serve warm as a starter.
  • Tips: You can find chickpea flour in health food stores and some supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21.9, Fat 0.3, Sodium 3.7, Carbohydrate 3.7, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.1

SOUTHWEST ONION FRITTERS



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These crispy, golden onion fritters are full of south of the border flavor. Serve them with guacamole and sour cream for the perfect finishing touch. -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 cups finely chopped onion
3 green onions, chopped
Oil for deep-fat frying
Guacamole and sour cream

Steps:

  • Whisk together first eight ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together milk, sour cream and cilantro; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened. Fold in onions., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Drop batter by rounded tablespoonfuls, a few at a time, into hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 1-1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with guacamole and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the onions. This will help them cook evenly and become crispy.
  • Soak the onion slices in cold water for at least 30 minutes before frying. This will help to remove some of the sharpness of the onions and make them more tender.
  • Use a neutral-flavored oil, such as vegetable oil or canola oil, for frying. This will help to prevent the onion fritters from tasting greasy.
  • Heat the oil to a medium-high heat before frying the onion fritters. This will help them to cook quickly and evenly.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying the onion fritters. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the onion fritters from the oil. This will help to drain any excess oil.
  • Serve the onion fritters hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Onion fritters are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be served as a side dish with a main meal. With their crispy coating and flavorful filling, onion fritters are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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