Piaju (crispy Onion Fritters)
Piaju, also known as crispy onion fritters, is a popular Bangladeshi snack that is enjoyed with tea or as a side dish. These fritters are made with a simple batter of gram flour and onions, seasoned with spices and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown.
Ingredients
- 2 cups gram flour (besan)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine gram flour, sliced onions, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and salt.
- Add water gradually to make a thick batter, ensuring that the onions are well coated.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until the fritters are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fritters from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Mixing bowl Deep pan Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Stove Cutting board Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the crispy onion fritters with mint chutney or tamarind sauce for a burst of flavor.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the fritters to ensure they turn out crispy and not oily.
Cost
$5