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A '''bhaji''' or '''bajji''' is a type of [[fritter]] originating in the [[Indian subcontinent]]. It is made from spicy hot vegetables, commonly [[onion]], and has several variants. It is a popular snack food in [[India]] and is also very popular in [[Pakistan]]. It can be found for sale in street-side stalls, especially in ''[[tapri]]s'' (on streets) and ''[[dhaba]]s'' (on highways). It is also a common starter or side dish in [[Anglo-Indian cuisine]] across the [[United Kingdom]].  
A '''bhaji''' or '''bajji''' is a type of [[fritter]] originating in the [[Indian subcontinent]]. It is made from spicy hot vegetables, commonly [[onion]], and has several variants. It is a popular snack food in [[India]] and is also very popular in [[Pakistan]]. It can be found for sale in street-side stalls, especially in ''[[tapri]]s'' (on streets) and ''[[dhaba]]s'' (on highways). It is also a common starter or side dish in [[Anglo-Indian cuisine]] across the [[United Kingdom]].  


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The [[Guinness World Record]] for the largest onion bhaji is held by one weighing {{convert|175.48|kg|lboz|frac=4}} made by [[Oli Khan]] and Team of Surma Takeaway [[Stevenage]] on 4 February 2020.
The [[Guinness World Record]] for the largest onion bhaji is held by one weighing {{convert|175.48|kg|lboz|frac=4}} made by [[Oli Khan]] and Team of Surma Takeaway [[Stevenage]] on 4 February 2020.


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== Regional varieties ==
== Regional varieties ==
Outside Southern and Western India, such preparations are often known as ''[[pakora]]''. Its variations include the [[Mirchi Bada|chili bajji]], potato bajji, onion bajji, plantain bajji and the bread bajji (or [[bread pakora]]). Another version is called bonda (in south India), vada (in Maharashtra) and gota (in Gujarat). Bonda has potato or mixed-vegetable filling while gota is made with green fenugreek leaves.
Outside Southern and Western India, such preparations are often known as ''[[pakora]]''. Its variations include the [[Mirchi Bada|chili bajji]], potato bajji, onion bajji, plantain bajji and the bread bajji (or [[bread pakora]]). Another version is called bonda (in south India), vada (in Maharashtra) and gota (in Gujarat). Bonda has potato or mixed-vegetable filling while gota is made with green fenugreek leaves.


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== Cultural significance ==
== Cultural significance ==
Bhajis are a component of traditional [[Punjabi cuisine|Punjabi]], [[Gujarati cuisine|Gujarati]], [[Maharashtrian cuisine|Marathi]], [[Tamil cuisine|Tamil]], [[Karnataka cuisine|Kannada]], [[Kerala cuisine|Kerala]], and [[Telugu cuisine]]s served on special occasions and at festivals. They are generally served with a cup of [[coffee]], [[tea]], or a traditional serving of ''yameen''. Banana peppers are used for making mirchi bhajji.
Bhajis are a component of traditional [[Punjabi cuisine|Punjabi]], [[Gujarati cuisine|Gujarati]], [[Maharashtrian cuisine|Marathi]], [[Tamil cuisine|Tamil]], [[Karnataka cuisine|Kannada]], [[Kerala cuisine|Kerala]], and [[Telugu cuisine]]s served on special occasions and at festivals. They are generally served with a cup of [[coffee]], [[tea]], or a traditional serving of ''yameen''. Banana peppers are used for making mirchi bhajji.


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Onion bhajis are often eaten as a starter in [[Anglo-Indian cuisine|Anglo-Indian]] restaurants before the main course, along with ''[[Papadum|poppadoms]]'' and other Indian snacks. They may be served with a side of salad and a slice of lemon, or with mango chutney, and are traditionally made to a mild taste.
Onion bhajis are often eaten as a starter in [[Anglo-Indian cuisine|Anglo-Indian]] restaurants before the main course, along with ''[[Papadum|poppadoms]]'' and other Indian snacks. They may be served with a side of salad and a slice of lemon, or with mango chutney, and are traditionally made to a mild taste.


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== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==
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File:Onion bajji picture.JPG|Onion bajji  
File:Onion bajji picture.JPG|Onion bajji  


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File:कांदा भजी.jpg|Kanda bhaji
File:कांदा भजी.jpg|Kanda bhaji
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==External links==
==External links==
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Latest revision as of 10:42, 21 August 2025

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See also: Pakora
Bajji
Stuffed mirchi (chilli) bajji served in an Indian restaurant
Alternative namesBhaji, bajji, onion bhaji, bhajia (Gujarati)
TypeFritter
Place of originIndia, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh
Region or stateIndian subcontinent
Serving temperaturehot
Main ingredientsGram flour, vegetables
Similar dishesPakora and other fritters made from wheat or corn flour

A bhaji or bajji is a type of fritter originating in the Indian subcontinent. It is made from spicy hot vegetables, commonly onion, and has several variants. It is a popular snack food in India and is also very popular in Pakistan. It can be found for sale in street-side stalls, especially in tapris (on streets) and dhabas (on highways). It is also a common starter or side dish in Anglo-Indian cuisine across the United Kingdom.

The Guinness World Record for the largest onion bhaji is held by one weighing 175.48 kilograms (386 lb 13 3⁄4 oz) made by Oli Khan and Team of Surma Takeaway Stevenage on 4 February 2020.

Regional varieties

Outside Southern and Western India, such preparations are often known as pakora. Its variations include the chili bajji, potato bajji, onion bajji, plantain bajji and the bread bajji (or bread pakora). Another version is called bonda (in south India), vada (in Maharashtra) and gota (in Gujarat). Bonda has potato or mixed-vegetable filling while gota is made with green fenugreek leaves.

Cultural significance

Bhajis are a component of traditional Punjabi, Gujarati, Marathi, Tamil, Kannada, Kerala, and Telugu cuisines served on special occasions and at festivals. They are generally served with a cup of coffee, tea, or a traditional serving of yameen. Banana peppers are used for making mirchi bhajji.

Onion bhajis are often eaten as a starter in Anglo-Indian restaurants before the main course, along with poppadoms and other Indian snacks. They may be served with a side of salad and a slice of lemon, or with mango chutney, and are traditionally made to a mild taste.

Gallery

  • Banana pepper used in mirchi bhaji
    Banana pepper used in mirchi bhaji
  • A close-up of bajji
    A close-up of bajji
  • Preparation of bajjis in South India
    Preparation of bajjis in South India
  • A variant: aloo bajji
    A variant: aloo bajji
  • Onion bajji
    Onion bajji
  • Kanda bhaji
    Kanda bhaji

External links

  • Media related to Bhaji at Wikimedia Commons
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