Crispy Onion Bajji (ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಬಜ್ಜಿ)

ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಬಜ್ಜಿ (Crispy Onion Bajji) is a popular and delicious snack from Udupi Cuisine. It is a crispy and spicy fritter made with onions, gram flour, and spices, perfect for a rainy day or as a tea-time snack.

Vegetarian Vegan Snack Udupi Tea Time Fritter
Crispy Onion Bajji (ಈರುಳ್ಳಿ ಬಜ್ಜಿ)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups gram flour (besan)
  • 2 large onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
  2. Add water gradually to make a smooth batter with a thick consistency.
  3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  4. Dip the sliced onions into the batter, making sure they are well coated.
  5. Carefully drop the coated onions into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the crispy onion bajjis from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  7. Serve hot with chutney or sauce of your choice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
7g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Deep frying pan Slotted spoon Paper towels

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the crispy onion bajji hot with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispiness, you can add a tablespoon of rice flour to the batter.

Cost

$5