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Onion Bhajias

 I am rather partial to onion bhajias and have quite frequently in the past bought them from the Co-op for £1.40 a tray of 6.  That is until I found this recipe. Ingredients: 6 level tablespoons of chick pea flour 1 level teaspoon of turmeric, ground cumin and garam masala 3-4 tablespoons of water Salt and ground black pepper 1 medium large onion peeled Deep fat fryer Method: Combine the flour and spices  in a bowl and add enough water to make a stiff batter.  Season cut onion into 4 wedges and then into narrow strips and stir into the batter. Heat the oil in the fryer to 190 degrees C.  Add a dessertspoonful of the mixture into the pan when it rises to the surface add the next spoonful continue until the pan is full and cook each bhajias for about 6 to 8 minutes turning them over halfway through.  Remove and drain on kitchen paper. Cook any remaining mixture in the same way.  Can be served immediately or reheated in a hot oven for a fe...