Onion Bhaji

Ingredients

• 3 medium yellow onions, halved and thinly sliced
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
• 1 tsp Kashmiri chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp carom seeds
• 2 green chilies, minced
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 cup chickpea flour
• 2 tbsp rice flour
• 1/3 cup water
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Method

1. Toss the onions with the salt and let them sit for 10 minutes to release moisture.
2. Add the spices, chilies, ginger, cilantro and both flours and mix with your hands.
3. Add water a tablespoon at a time just until a thick batter clings to the onions.
4. Heat 2 inches of oil in a heavy pot to 350°F. Drop in loose spoonfuls of the mixture, a few at a time.
5. Fry, turning, until deep golden and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain on a rack and serve hot with mint chutney.

Notes