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Bhaji with raita are traditionally eaten with fingers.
The Indian onion patties are the perfect finger food with a touch of the exotic.
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The Indian finger food Bhaji with Raita is a recipe that is traditionally prepared on special occasions or as a snack.
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Bhaji with Raita invites you on a journey of discovery into Indian cuisine, a world full of intense flavors and different textures.
This popular dish, often found in the busy street cafes of Mumbai and Delhi, is a feast for the senses.
Bhaji, traditionally crispy, deep-fried onion patties, combine the spiciness of garam masala and the freshness of ginger to create a balanced flavor composition.
The accompanying yogurt dip, known as raita, with the delicate aroma of mint and the spicy kick of cumin, complements the dish perfectly.
Another highlight of Indian finger food culture are samosas with potato and pea filling.
These crispy dumplings filled with a savory mixture of boiled potatoes and peas seasoned with a variety of spices are a must for every Indian cuisine lover.
Samosas represent the diversity and richness of the Indian spice world and are a perfect accompaniment to Bhaji.
Another delicious finger food recipe in which an onion plays the main role is the so-called blooming onion, a fried onion that is particularly popular in the USA.
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This is how easy it is to prepare onion bhaji with raita at home:
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You need these ingredients for onion bhaji with raita:
Yoghurt dip (raita)
300g yogurt
5 g fresh mint, finely chopped
0.5 tsp cumin
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp pepper
Onion fritters (Bhaji)
400g onions, cut into strips
0.25 tsp pepper
10g garam masala
0.5 tsp salt
10 g ginger, finely chopped
130 g chickpea flour
1 liter olive oil
Coriander leaves
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Preparation is so easy:
For the yogurt dip (raita):
In a small bowl, stir together yogurt, fresh mint, cumin, salt and pepper.
For the onion patties (bhaji):
In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the onions with pepper, garam masala, ginger and chickpea flour.
Heat olive oil in a deep pan and form small flat cakes with a tablespoon of the onion mixture.
Deep-fry in olive oil for ten minutes until crispy and lightly browned.
Remove and serve with the yoghurt dip and garnish with a little coriander to taste.
Grab it and enjoy it!
Crispy-fried bhaji with raita, Indian onion patties with yoghurt dip, are traditionally served at street festivals.
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Bhaji is traditionally enjoyed as part of Indian street food or on special occasions such as the Holi festival.
The preparation is an art in itself, with the onions dipped in a batter made from chickpea flour and spices and then deep-fried until golden brown and crispy.
This simple yet exotic dish is a testament to the diversity and creativity of Indian cuisine and offers a tempting invitation to delve into the world of flavors and spices.