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Freshly made Palak Bhaji, crispy spinach balls
Fresh Palak Bhaji, perfect for breakfast or a snack

Spiced Spinach Fritters (Palak Bhaji)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Main Courses
Unlike Palak Pakora, here the spinach is chopped and formed into balls with the batter. This results in a denser, more filling bite where the fried dough and soft spinach merge. On the streets of Mumbai, they are often served wrapped in paper with hot chai.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 300 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Indian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Deep fryer or pot

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat

Instructions

1 ✓

Mix the chopped spinach with the onion, chili, and salt. Let stand for 10 minutes.

Tip: Salt causes the vegetables to release their juices (osmosis). We will use this liquid to mix the dough instead of water.
2 ✓

Add the spices and flours. Knead by hand. Only add a spoonful of water if it is too dry.

Tip: You should get a firm, shapeable mass.
3 ✓

With wet hands, form small balls and fry them in hot oil until golden brown.

Tip: Fry over medium heat so the center cooks through before the outside burns.
4 ✓

Drain on paper towels.

Tip: Blot off excess oil for a crispy result.

Recipe FAQ

The dough is too soft, I can't shape it.
Spinach releases water after salting. Do not add water at the beginning! Let the spinach sit with the salt and onion for 10 minutes; its own juice will be enough to absorb the flour.

Ingredients

  • 7 oz Fresh Spinach (finely chopped)
  • 1/3 cup Rice Flour
  • 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour (or Chickpea Flour for authentic taste)
  • 1 whole Onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 whole Green Chilies (minced)
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
  • 2 cloves Garlic (crushed)
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Garam Masala
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil