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Crispy Onion Fritters (Pyaaz Cheela)

Recipe by Healthy Food Kitchen With Anaya

  • Ready in25 min
  • Prep15 min
  • Cook10 min
  • CuisineIndian · North Indian
  • Serves2-3 servings
  • Calories~350 kcal
Crispy Onion Fritters (Pyaaz Cheela)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 CupOnion (Pyaaz)
  • 2 Medium SizeTomato Chopped (Tamatr)
  • 2Green Chili Chopped (Hari Mirch)
  • SomeFresh Coriander Leaves Chopped (Hara Dhanya)
  • 1/2 TbspGarlic Crush (Lehsan)
  • To TasteSalt
  • 1 TspRed Chili Powder (Laal Mirch)
  • 1 TspCumin Seeds (Zeera)
  • 2 PinchCinnamon Powder (Darchini)
  • 1 CupRice Flour
  • 1 TbspOil
  • As NeededWater
  • SomeRed Chili Flakes

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1.Prepare the Vegetable Mixture

    Take a bowl and add 1 1/2 cups of thinly sliced onions, 2 medium-sized chopped tomatoes, 2 chopped green chilies, and some chopped fresh coriander leaves.

  2. 2.Add Spices and Mix

    To the vegetables, add 1/2 tablespoon of crushed garlic, salt to taste, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, and 2 pinches of cinnamon powder. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

  3. 3.Form the Batter

    Add 1 cup of rice flour and 1 tablespoon of oil to the mixture. Mix all ingredients well. Gradually add water while mixing until a thick, flowing batter consistency is achieved. Set aside.

  4. 4.Cook the Fritter (First Side)

    Heat a little oil in a hot pan. Place a portion of the prepared batter into the pan and spread it to form a round shape. Sprinkle some red chili flakes on top. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on a low flame for 5 minutes.

  5. 5.Cook the Fritter (Second Side)

    After 5 minutes, remove the lid. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of oil on top of the fritter. Carefully flip the fritter to cook the other side. Cook for another 3-4 minutes without the lid until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6.Serve

    Once both sides are golden brown and cooked through, take out the crispy onion fritter from the pan. It is now ready to serve.

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Crispy Onion Fritters (Pyaaz Cheela)

Ready in

25 mins

Cuisine

Indian · North Indian

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

10 min

Serving

2-3 servings

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal
Recipe by Healthy Food Kitchen With Anaya on YouTube
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Main Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. 1

    Prepare the Vegetable Mixture

    Take a bowl and add 1 1/2 cups of thinly sliced onions, 2 medium-sized chopped tomatoes, 2 chopped green chilies, and some chopped fresh coriander leaves.

  2. 2

    Add Spices and Mix

    To the vegetables, add 1/2 tablespoon of crushed garlic, salt to taste, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds, and 2 pinches of cinnamon powder. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form the Batter

    Add 1 cup of rice flour and 1 tablespoon of oil to the mixture. Mix all ingredients well. Gradually add water while mixing until a thick, flowing batter consistency is achieved. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Cook the Fritter (First Side)

    Heat a little oil in a hot pan. Place a portion of the prepared batter into the pan and spread it to form a round shape. Sprinkle some red chili flakes on top. Cover the pan with a lid and cook on a low flame for .

  5. 5

    Cook the Fritter (Second Side)

    After , remove the lid. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of oil on top of the fritter. Carefully flip the fritter to cook the other side. Cook for another without the lid until golden brown and crispy.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once both sides are golden brown and cooked through, take out the crispy onion fritter from the pan. It is now ready to serve.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
Spice LevelFiery
Green chili · Chili powder · Crushed red pepper
Ingredient SubstitutionsMissing something? View suitable alternatives.
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  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
Ingredient Substitutions
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Cilantro?

    • Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
    • Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)

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  • 1
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    Carrots, or cabbage for more nutrition and flavor.

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Helpful Tips

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  • 1
    Cooking tipEnsure the Batter Is Thick

    Ensure the batter is thick but has a flowing consistency for best results.

  • 2
    Cooking tipCook on a Low Flame

    Cook on a low flame with a lid initially to ensure the fritter cooks through before browning.

  • 3
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