In a bowl, combine the flour and spices and add some enough water until a thick batter is achieved.

Add the sliced onions into the batter and stir to combine. Add extra flour if the mixture is too thin.

Next, warm up some oil in a shallow pan or preheat a deep fat fryer to 180˚C ( you can use Air fryers for this recipe but the timing will vary depending on the model!)

Using a tablespoon, drop the batter into the oil. Frying only a few onion bhaji at a time. Gently flip the pakoras while frying so that they cook evenly from all sides.

Using a slotted spoon, remove the bhaji from the fryer or the pan and place on paper towel to absorb excess oil. Season well and serve immediately.