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Indian Moringa Fritters with Cumin Chutney

Name: Indian Moringa Fritters with Cumin Chutney
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Snack
Ingredients: Moringa leaves, 1 cup, finely chopped; Chickpea flour (besan), 1 cup; Onion, 1 small, finely chopped; Cumin seeds, 2 teaspoons; Turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon; Red chili powder, 1 teaspoon; Salt, To taste; Water, As needed; Oil, For frying; Fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup; Fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup; Cumin seeds, toasted, 2 teaspoons; Green chili, 1, chopped; Lemon juice, 1 tablespoon; Salt, To taste; Water, 2 tablespoons

Delight in these crispy moringa fritters bursting with traditional Indian spices, complemented perfectly by a tangy and vibrant cumin chutney.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 14, 2026

Indian Moringa Fritters with Cumin Chutney — Snack served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Moringa Fritters

Cumin Chutney

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 234 kcal
Protein: 6.7 g
Carbs: 17.7 g
Fat: 15.5 g
Fiber: 3.9 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 935 kcal
Protein: 26.8 g
Carbs: 70.8 g
Fat: 62 g
Fiber: 15.6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Moringa leaves 1 cup, finely chopped	13	2	2.5	0.4	1.2
Chickpea flour (besan) 1 cup	356	21	53	6	10
Onion 1 small, finely chopped	28	1	6	0.1	1
Cumin seeds 2 teaspoons	16	0.8	2.7	0.9	0.5
Turmeric powder 1 teaspoon	8	0.3	1.4	0.2	0.5
Red chili powder 1 teaspoon	6	0.2	1.2	0.3	0.9
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Water As needed	0	0	0	0	0
Oil For frying	480	0	0	54	0
Fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
Fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup	1	0.1	0.5	0.1	0.3
Cumin seeds, toasted 2 teaspoons	16	0.8	2.7	0.9	0.5
Green chili 1, chopped	6	0.3	1.4	0.1	0.5
Lemon juice 1 tablespoon	4	0.1	1.2	0	0.1
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Water 2 tablespoons	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Fritters Mixture

1
Combine ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped moringa leaves, onion, chickpea flour, cumin seeds, turmeric, red chili powder, and salt.
2
Form the batter
Gradually add water and mix to form a thick batter. Adjust the water as necessary for consistency.
3
Rest the batter
Let the batter sit for 15 minutes to absorb flavors.

Preparing the Cumin Chutney

1
Add ingredients to blender
In a blender, add cilantro, mint, toasted cumin seeds, green chili, lemon juice, and salt.
2
Blend until smooth
Blend until smooth, adding 2 tablespoons of water to achieve desired consistency.
3
Adjust seasoning
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Tip: Toast the cumin seeds on low heat to enhance their robust flavor.

How to Make Indian Moringa Fritters with Cumin Chutney

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Deep Frying
Heat oil in a deep pan and drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Cook until golden brown and crisp.
2
Blending Chutney
Blend the chutney ingredients on high speed for a smooth texture.
3
Draining Oil
Remove fritters with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.