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Kale Bhaji, golden brown, crispy bites served
Spicy, crispy kale bhaji bites

Crispy Kale Fritters (Kale Bhaji)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Appetizers
Kale is enjoying a renaissance, and this recipe proves it's good for more than just salad. The Indian 'Bhaji' (battered vegetable) technique works perfectly here: crispy kale leaves in a spicy chickpea batter create an addictive, crunchy snack. Kale's earthy flavor pairs wonderfully with the warmth of cumin and ginger.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Deep pan for frying
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Salad spinner or towel (for drying kale)

Allergen Information

⚠️ None (Check flour packaging for cross-contamination)

Instructions

1 ✓

Wash kale, strip leaves from thick stems, and dry COMPLETELY. Tear into bite-sized pieces.

Tip: Moisture prevents batter from sticking.
2 ✓

Mix dry ingredients: chickpea flour, rice flour, spices, salt.

Tip: Rice flour provides the crunch.
3 ✓

Add chopped onion, chili, grated ginger, garlic, and kale. 'Massage' together with your hands.

Tip: Salt draws moisture from onion and kale, so you'll need less water for batter.
4 ✓

Sprinkle water gradually just to coat leaves. We don't want pancake batter, just a sticky coating.

Tip: If too runny, it slides off the leaf.
5 ✓

Drop small clusters into hot oil. Fry until golden brown (approx. 3-4 minutes).

Tip: Don't move them for the first minute, let the crust set.

Recipe FAQ

Why is it soft, not crispy?
Likely the kale remained wet after washing, or the oil wasn't hot enough.
The kale is bitter.
Remove the thick center ribs, they are the most bitter part.

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch Kale Leaves
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour (Besan)
  • 1/4 cup Rice Flour
  • 1 whole Red Onion
  • 1 whole Green Chili
  • 1 tsp Whole Cumin Seeds
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1/2 inch piece Fresh Ginger
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 2/3 cup Oil (for frying)