Peyaji

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Ingredients

2 large	onions
1 cup	besan (gram flour)
1 teaspoon	nigella seeds (kalonji)
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	salt
1 teaspoon	sugar
1 tablespoon	rice flour
1 cup	water
—	oil for deep frying

Instructions

1. 1 Peel and thinly slice the onions, separating the layers.
2. 2 In a mixing bowl, combine besan, nigella seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, salt, sugar, and rice flour.
3. 3 Gradually add water to the dry ingredients to form a thick batter.
4. 4 Add the sliced onions into the batter and mix well until the onions are well coated.
5. 5 Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
6. 6 Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the onion batter into the oil.
7. 7 Fry the peyaji until they are golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
8. 8 Remove the peyaji from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
9. 9 Serve hot with a side of green chutney or ketchup.