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Bhajia

Cultural Context

Bhajia, a popular snack in Mauritius, has roots in Indian cuisine, reflecting the island's multicultural heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during festivals and gatherings, these crispy fritters are made with various vegetables, showcasing local flavors. Today, bhajia is a beloved street food, often served with spicy chutneys, enjoyed by people of all backgrounds.

MauritianMUappetizer
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 medium potatoes
1/2 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup coriander leaves
1/4 cup green pepper
1/4 cup onion
1 tbsp turmeric
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp chili powder
salt
vegetable oil for deep frying

gram flour

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Chickpea flour is more nutritious while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: none

Sweet potatoes offer more vitamins.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: none

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat.

onions

🥗Healthier: leeks

💰Cheaper: none

Leeks add a milder onion flavor.

1

Chop the potatoes, coriander leaves, green pepper, and onion into small pieces.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine all purpose flour, turmeric, paprika, chili powder, and salt.

3

Add the chopped vegetables to the flour mixture and mix well.

4

Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan until shimmering.

5

Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the hot oil.

6

Fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

7

Remove bhajias with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlfrying panslotted spoonpaper towels

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

BhajiPakora

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