A twist on traditional onion bhaji, this is a simple crowd-pleasing snack that’s given a lift with a good-quality eggplant pickle or eggplant brinjal on the side.
This side is based on the Persian dish of tah-dig, where rice is cooked until it sticks to the bottom of the pan, providing a wonderful mix of fluffy and crunchy elements in the same mouthful.
Labne with salt-roasted beetroot, pickled onions and peas recipe - For labne, place yoghurt in a fine sieve lined with muslin placed over a bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight to drain.
Spiced pumpkin soup with onion bhajis and curry leaves recipe - Heat ghee in a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add onion, garlic and chilli and sauté until onion is translucent (4-5 minutes).
Toulouse sausages with potato puree and onion gravy recipe - For potato purée, place potatoes in a saucepan, cover with cold water and a pinch of salt, bring to the boil and cook until tender when pierced with a skewer
