Step 1

Slice onions thinly into half-moons. In a bowl, add salt, turmeric, red chili powder, chilies and cilantro to sliced onions. Using your hands, mix them together, separating the onion slices with your fingers. Rest for at least 15 minutes to let the onions soften.

Step 2

Add chickpea flour and rice flour to the onions and mix well. Add water, a little at a time, to make a thick batter. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Step 3

Heat oil in a large, deep pan. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil. Fry pakora in medium heat, flipping them over to cook on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Step 4

Serve onion pakora hot with ketchup, green chutney and a hot beverage.