Daal Bhajia
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly delicious, Daal Bhajia is a classic Indian snack that combines the hearty richness of urad dal (split black gram) with a medley of aromatic spices. Perfect for teatime or as a party appetizer, these deep-fried fritters are made by blending soaked dal into a coarse paste, then mixing it with finely chopped onions, green chilies, fresh coriander, and a hint of baking soda for a light, fluffy texture. Infused with the bold flavors of cumin seeds and red chili powder, these bhajias are fried to perfection until they turn crisp and golden on the outside while remaining soft and flavorful on the inside. Serve them hot with a side of tangy chutney or dipping sauce for an unforgettable treat. Ideal for fans of authentic Indian street food, this quick and easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Key phrases: Daal Bhajia recipe, Indian snack, fried fritters, urad dal bhajias.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Urad dal (split black gram)
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 small Green chilies
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 500 milliliters Oil
- as needed Water
Instructions
Rinse the urad dal thoroughly under running water and soak it in enough water for about 4 hours or until they become soft.
Drain the soaked urad dal and transfer it to a blender. Grind the dal to a coarse paste without adding any water. If needed, add only a tablespoon of water to help with the grinding.
Finely chop the onion, green chilies, and coriander leaves. Add them to the dal paste.
Add salt, red chili powder, cumin seeds, and baking soda to the mixture. Mix everything well to combine thoroughly.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To test if the oil is hot enough, drop a small portion of the batter into the oil. If it rises to the top quickly, the oil is ready.
Using a tablespoon, drop small portions of the batter into the hot oil carefully, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
Fry the bhajias for 3-5 minutes, or until they turn crispy and golden brown, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the bhajias from the oil and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Serve the daal bhajias hot with your favorite chutney or dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 464.5 g | 596% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.6 g | 153% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2769 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.0 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.0 g | 143% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.6 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 353 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2366 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
