# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large onions, thinly sliced
02 - 2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional)
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dry Ingredients
04 - 1 cup gram flour (besan/chickpea flour)
05 - 2 tablespoons rice flour
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon ground coriander
08 - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
11 - 3/4 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Wet Ingredients
13 - 2-3 tablespoons water as needed
14 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ To Finish
15 - Cooking spray oil (canola or sunflower)
# Steps:
01 - Place the sliced onions, green chilies, and fresh cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Add gram flour, rice flour, cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the vegetables.
03 - Toss all ingredients together ensuring the onions are thoroughly coated in the flour and spice mixture.
04 - Add lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of water, then mix with your hands to form a thick batter that holds together. Add additional water one teaspoon at a time only if necessary.
05 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
06 - Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray oil.
07 - Scoop heaped tablespoons of the mixture and gently shape into rough patties or clumps. Arrange in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding.
08 - Lightly spray the tops of the bhaji with oil. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through and spraying again, until golden and crispy.
09 - Transfer to a serving plate and serve hot with mint chutney or yogurt dip.
