Raw banana bhajia Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Peel and thinly slice the raw bananas.
• STEP 2.In a bowl, mix gram flour, rice flour, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
• STEP 3.Add water gradually to make a thick batter.
• STEP 4.Dip the banana slices in the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
• STEP 5.Heat oil in a deep pan or kadai for frying.
• STEP 6.Fry the coated banana slices in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 7.Remove from the oil and drain on a kitchen towel to remove excess oil.
• STEP 8.Serve hot with chutney or ketchup.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the raw banana slices are thin and even for even cooking.
• You can add ajwain (carom seeds) or chaat masala to the batter for extra flavor.
• Do not overcrowd the pan while frying, as it may reduce the temperature of the oil.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover bhajias in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Reheat in an oven or air fryer before serving to regain crispiness.