Onion Fritters

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Ingredients:

Batter:
¾ cup Besan (chickpea flour)
1 Tbsp Vegetable oil
1 tsp Ground coriander
1 tsp Ground cumin
1 tsp Salt
1 Jalapeño pepper, minced
½ cup warm water

Topping:
2-3 each Onions, sliced finely
Cilantro, coarsely cut as needed
Besan (chickpea flour) as needed

Oil, for frying as needed

Directions:

  1. Combine all ingredients for the batter in a food processor and mix to form a smooth batter. If the dough is too stiff, add more water as needed. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Combine the onions and cilantro; dust with chickpea flour, then mix with batter until evenly coated.
  3. Spoon the onion mixture, in 2 Tbsp portions, into 375ºF oil.
  4. Deep-fry until crispy and golden brown on all sides. Remove and drain on a wire rack.
  5. Serve with chutney of your choice.

Crispy Onion Fritters