Kashi Delights: Onion Pakoda (Air fried)

# of servings: 4
Preparation Time: 10 mins	Cook Time: 20 mins

When made in an air fryer, this all-time favorite snack can be enjoyed guilt-free, without compromising on the taste or crunch! Prepared with barely any oil, this quick treat is great for a cold or rainy evening, along with tea/coffee.

Ingredients:

Onions - 2 medium
Spring onions - 12-15
Besan (gram flour) - 1 cup
Rice flour - 0.5 cup
Peanuts - 0.25 cup
Green chilies - 1 tsp
Ajwain - 1 tsp
Baking soda - 0.25 tsp
Salt
Water - 3-4 tbsp
Oil - 2 tsp

Method:

Roast the peanuts and let cool
Slice the onions thinly, lengthwise
Chop the spring onions
Coarsely crush the peanuts
In a bowl, take the gram flour, rice flour, crushed peanuts, green chilies, ajwain, baking soda and salt
Add the oil (if using) and mix
Add the chopped spring onions and the thinly sliced onions
Mix with a gentle hand (no kneading)
Add the water gradually tbsp by tbsp and mix with a gentle hand. Be sure to not knead the dough
Set the air fryer to preheat at 380° F (195° C)
Brush the air fryer basket with a little oil
Lay small lumps of the dough in the basket, making sure to not touch each other. Doesn't have to be shaped well
Spray or drizzle some oil on the top and place the basket in the air fryer
Air fry for 12 minutes at 380° F (195° C)
Flip the pakodas and air fry at 400° F (200° C) for another 4-6 mins or until desired browning is achieved
Serve hot with ketchup or chutney