Besan Pyaaz Pakora

Crisp, golden tea-time fritters.

Serves 3–4 | 25 min

• 1 cup chana besan
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp chopped coriander
• 1 green chilli, chopped
• ½ tsp ajwain (carom seeds)
• ½ tsp red chilli powder
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• ¾ tsp salt
• Water as needed
• Oil for deep frying

Method

1. Mix the onions with the salt and leave for 5 minutes so they release moisture.
2. Add the besan, spices, chilli and coriander. Sprinkle water only if needed, since the batter should be thick and just coat the onions.
3. Heat oil on medium heat. Drop in small portions of batter.
4. Fry until crisp and golden, 4–5 minutes, turning once.
5. Drain on paper and serve hot with chutney.