Mirchi Bhaji is a classic Indian street food made with large green chilies stuffed and coated in a flavorful batter before deep frying. This Millet Mirchi Bhaji offers a healthier version by using multi millet flour along with besan and rice flour.

The chilies are slit, deseeded, and filled with a simple onion-coriander mixture, then dipped in a spiced batter and fried until golden and crispy. The result is a crunchy exterior with a soft and mildly spicy interior.

Perfect for rainy evenings, tea-time snacks, or as a party appetizer, this dish combines bold flavors with a nutritious millet twist.

Ingredients

• Large green chilies – 6–8

• Onion – 1 (finely chopped)

• Coriander leaves – 2 tablespoons (chopped)

• Multi millet flour – ½ cup

• Besan (gram flour) – ½ cup

• Rice flour – 2 tablespoons

• Salt – to taste

• Baking soda – a pinch

• Turmeric powder – ¼ teaspoon

• Red chili powder – 1 teaspoon

• Ajwain (carom seeds) – ½ teaspoon

• Water – as required

• Oil – for deep frying

Preparation Method

Step 1: Prepare Chilies

1. Wash the green chilies thoroughly.

2. Make a long slit lengthwise and remove the seeds carefully.

3. Stuff the chilies with chopped onion and coriander mixture. Keep aside.

Step 2: Prepare Batter

4. In a large bowl, mix multi millet flour, besan, rice flour, salt, baking soda, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and ajwain.

5. Add water gradually and mix to form a smooth batter (not too thick and not too thin).

Step 3: Frying

6. Heat oil in a deep pan on medium flame.

7. Dip each stuffed chili into the batter, ensuring it is coated evenly.

8. Carefully place them into hot oil.

9. Deep fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.

10. Remove and drain excess oil on paper towels.

Step 4: Serve

11. Serve hot with sauce or chutney.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with mint chutney or tamarind chutney

• Pair with tea for a perfect evening snack

• Sprinkle chaat masala for extra flavor

• Serve with fried green chilies on the side

Health Benefits

• Millet flour adds fiber and essential minerals

• Besan provides protein

• Homemade version with better ingredient control

• Can be made with less oil using alternate methods

Tips for Perfect Mirchi Bhaji

• Choose mild green chilies for less heat

• Maintain medium oil temperature

• Batter consistency should coat evenly

• Do not overcrowd while frying

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