Blooming Onion Bhaji Recipe

Step 1

Cut the onions: Cut off the tops of the onions and peel but leave the root intact.

Step 2

Place the onion with the cut side down on a cutting board.

Step 3

Make 8-12 evenly spaced vertical cuts, leaving the central ‘stem’ intact and stopping just short of the bottom.

Step 4

Flip the onion back over, then gently spread out the onion petals so that it looks like an open flower.

Step 5

Make the batter: In a bowl add the small spice mix packet, gram flour and water and mix until it turns into a smooth batter.

Step 6

Dip the cut onion into the batter ensuring all the petals are coated.

Step 7

Deep fry: Heat some oil for deep frying to 180°C. Gently place the coated onion upside down in the hot oil.

Step 8

Deep fry for around 5-10 minutes turning the onion over so that it cooks evenly and turns golden brown.

Step 9

Drain the onion upside down on kitchen paper and serve whilst hot with a mint sauce dip.

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