Onion Bhaji Recipe

Peel and thinly slice the onions

Add the small spice mix packet and chopped coriander to the onions and mix well until all the onions are coated in the spices

Leave the mixture to rest for 5 minutes

Add the gram flour to the onions and combine until the mixture becomes a sticky, slightly doughy consistency. If the mixture is still dry add 1 or 2 tablespoons of water

Form the mixture into balls roughly 4cm diameter and 40g each, you should get around 12 bhajis from the mixture

Heat some oil for deep frying to 160°C. Gently place the balls in the hot oil in small batches

Deep fry for around 5-7 mins turning the bhajis occasionally so that they cook evenly and turn a deep golden brown

Drain the bhajis on kitchen paper towel and serve whilst hot with a mint sauce dip

OR alternatively air fry

• Heat air fryer to 160°C. Brush the bhajis generously with oil and place in air fryer for 10 mins
• Turn the bhajis over and brush again with oil and cook for a further 10 mins until they are cooked evenly and turn a deep golden brown

Smaller bhajis will cook quicker and be crispier

Add a few finely chopped chillies to the mixture to add a spicy kick to the bhajis

Try adding julienne potatoes, aubergines or any other vegetables to the onion mix to create delicious vegetable pakoras