The Easiest Crispy Piyaju Recipe | How To Make Onion Fritters

split urad dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: chickpea flour

Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest than urad dal.

onions

🥗Healthier: red onions

💰Cheaper: yellow onions

Red onions add flavor and color, while yellow onions are more affordable.

fresh coriander leaves

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried coriander

Parsley can be a fresh alternative, while dried coriander is a cost-effective substitute.

In a bowl, add sliced onions, green chilies, garlic paste, ginger paste, cumin seeds, kalo jeera, red chili powder, turmeric, and salt.

Mix everything well with your hands, gently squeezing the onions to release water. Let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.

Add besan, corn flour, and chopped coriander. Mix well until the mixture holds its shape when pressed together. If needed, add a sprinkle of water.

Heat oil to 325°F (163°C) in a deep pan.

Take small portions of the mixture and drop them gently into the oil.

Reduce the heat to medium-high and fry for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

Remove and let them rest on a paper towel. They will crisp up further as they cool.

Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

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