Vadas - Crispy Lentil Dumpling
Vadas can be eaten as a snack, served as an appetizer and also as a side. These crispy dumplings are gluten free and made from lentils.
Ingredients
| Urad dal | 1 Cup (16 tbs) | |
| Water | 3 1/4 Cup (52 tbs) , divided (1/4 cup extra for grinding the dal and rest is for soaking the dal) | |
| Black salt | 3/4 Teaspoon | |
| Fresh cracked pepper | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Mustard seeds | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Chaat masala | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Red chilli powder | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Asafoetida | 1 Pinch (hing) | |
| Finely chopped fresh ginger | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Minced green chili | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Chopped coriander | 1 Tablespoon | |
| Baking powder | 1/2 Teaspoon (optional) | |
| Oil | 1/2 Liter |
Directions
GETTING READY:
1. The first step is to soak the Urad dhal in water for about 8 hours.
2. Wash the dhal and grind to a paste with the help of a little water, leave this for 6 – 8 hours to ferment in the fridge.
MAKING:
3. Add all the ingredients and mix well.
4. Heat up the oil and once hot, add a tbsp of the hot oil to the batter and mix
5. Using an ice cream scoop drop the batter into the hot oil and allow to turn a nice golden brown while the inside cooks till it’s nice and spongy.
6. Drain them on some kitchen towels to absorb the excess oil.
SERVING:
7. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Summary
Difficulty Level: Easy
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 6
