Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
10 unit

Green Chillies

slit and deseeded

1.5 cup

Gram flour (besan)

0.25 tsp

Baking soda

1 unit

Salt

1 unit

Sunflower Oil

1 tbsp

Ajwain (Carom seeds)

coarsely ground

3 tbsp

Sesame seeds (Til seeds)

dry roasted, coarsely ground

1 unit

Onions

thinly sliced

1 unit

Red Chilli powder

1 tbsp

Lemon juice

Step 1
~3 min

Coarsely grind ajwain, sesame seeds, and salt in a mixer grinder for the stuffing.

Key Technique: Stuffing
Step 2
~3 min

Slit the green chilies lengthwise, being careful not to break them in half.

Step 3
~3 min

Remove the seeds and thick white vein from the chilies.

Step 4
~3 min

Stuff the chilies with the prepared spice mixture.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat oil in a wok or kadai for deep frying.

Key Technique: Deep Frying
Step 6
~3 min

In a mixing bowl, combine gram flour, salt, and baking powder.

Step 7
~3 min

Gradually add water to form a thick, lump-free batter.

Step 8
~3 min

Test the oil temperature by dropping a small ball of batter into it. The oil is ready if the batter sizzles and floats to the top.

Step 9
~3 min

Dip each stuffed chili into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 10
~3 min

Carefully drop the battered chilies into the hot oil, 2-3 at a time.

Step 11
~3 min

Fry on medium heat until golden brown.

Step 12
~3 min

Drain the excess oil by placing the fried bajjis on a kitchen paper towel.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve hot, garnished with sliced onions, lemon wedges, and fresh coriander leaves.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is hot enough for proper frying.

Do not overcrowd the kadai to maintain oil temperature.

Adjust the amount of chili powder according to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The stuffing can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
May be challenging for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a tea-time snack.

Serve with mint chutney or tomato ketchup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Adrak Chai (Ginger Tea)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North India

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and snack.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Tea Time
Party Snacks
Rainy Day
Festival

Popularity Score

70/100

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