1. Peel the onions and cut in half. Slice very thinly. Finely chop the garlic.

2. Mix the flours with the remaining ingredients and enough water to make a smooth creamy batter.

3. Add onions and garlic and mix well.

4. Heat oil, about 2 cm deep, in a wide flat pan.

5. Add tablespoonfuls of the batter and press into patties. Fry on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.

6. Remove to a rack covered with absorbent paper to drain excess oil.

7. Serve hot with Chilli Sauce or Green Coriander Chutney.

Recipe Secret: If you do not want to use egg then you can add little corn flour to make the fritters more crispy.

Makes: 18-24 fritters
Serves: 8-10