Soak the onions in cold water.

Sift the flour, chilli, turmeric, cumin, baking powder and salt into a large mixing bowl.

Add the chopped coriander, onions and chillies and mix well.

Preheat the deep fat fryer to 180C / 350F.

Gradually add enough water to the flour mixture to form a thick batter.

Drain the onion well then add to the batter and mix well.

Lower heaped tablespoons of the bhaji mixture into the hot oil, a few at a time

Cook for a few mins, turning once, until they are evenly browned and crisp

Drain on kitchen paper, sprinkle with a little salt and keep warm while you cook the rest.