Leftover vegetable bhajis

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 120C/100C Fan/Gas ½.

2. 2

   Combine the vegetables in a bowl, then add the gram flour, spices, chillies, coriander, if using, and salt.

3. 3

   Mix well, then gradually add just enough water to create a thick batter - how much will depend on the moisture in the vegetables used, but you should need around 3 tablespoons. Heat the oil in an approx. 25cm/10in saucepan to 180C. The oil is ready when a teaspoon of the mixture dropped into the oil sizzles and browns in 1 minute. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended.)

4. 4

   Add spoonfuls of the batter to the oil using two dessert spoons, cooking about 4-5 bhajis at a time. Fry for 3-4 minutes, turning halfway through. Transfer to a plate lined with kitchen paper and keep warm in the oven while you cook the rest.

5. 5

   Serve the bhajis hot with the raita or mango chutney, if you like.

1 serving ≈ 58 g

Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.