Low Fat Onion Bhaji
Discover a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite with this **Low Fat Onion Bhaji** recipe, perfect for those looking to enjoy a healthier alternative to deep-fried snacks. Made with sweet, tender onions coated in a flavorful batter of chickpea flour, aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and coriander, and baked to golden perfection, these bhajis are a deliciously crisp treat that doesn't skimp on taste. The recipe is oven-baked and uses just a light spray of olive oil, making it a low-fat and wholesome option for your next appetizer or snack. Ready in under 40 minutes, these bhajis pair beautifully with tangy chutneys or creamy yogurt dips and are ideal for serving as a crowd-pleasing starter. Whether you're preparing for a weeknight indulgence or a festive gathering, this **baked onion bhaji recipe** offers all the flavor you love with none of the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large onions
- 100 grams Chickpea flour (Besan)
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 150 milliliters Water
- 1 for greasing Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Peel and slice the onions in half, then finely slice them into half-moons. Place the sliced onions in a large mixing bowl.
In a separate bowl, combine chickpea flour, baking powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, salt, and red chili powder.
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the onions but slightly runny.
Add the batter to the bowl of sliced onions along with the chopped fresh coriander leaves. Mix thoroughly to ensure the onion slices are well-coated.
Using a tablespoon, scoop a portion of the onion mixture and place it onto the prepared baking tray. Repeat this step, leaving a small gap between each bhaji.
Lightly spray the tops of the bhajis with olive oil spray to enhance crispness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, turning them halfway through the baking time.
Remove the bhajis from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Serve your low-fat onion bhajis hot with your favorite chutney or yogurt dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.5 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2672 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.0 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.8 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1458 mg | 31% | |
*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.
