Monsoon Magic-Minty Dal Vada
Chana dal vada/AAmvade/AAmbode is a spicy,tasty,deep fried, south Indiansnack made with chana dal,herbs and spices
Servings
Prep Time
20-22
vadas
15
minutes
Cook Time
40
minutes
Servings
Prep Time
20-22
vadas
15
minutes
Cook Time
40
minutes
Ingredients
2
cups
chana dal (split bengal gram)
soaked in water for 2-2 1/2 hours
3/4
cup
coconut
freshly scrapped
12-15
mint leaves
cleaned, washed and chopped
8-10
sprigs
coriander leaves
cleaned, washed and chopped
1
inch
ginger
piece chopped
8 – 10
green chillies
chopped (or as spicy as you like)
2
small onions
finely chopped
salt
to taste
oil
for deep frying
Instructions
Completely drain the water from the dal. Spread on a kitchen towel to soak up the moisture.
Coarsely grind the chana dal with the salt, coconut, mint, coriander, green chillies and ginger. (Do not grind to a fine paste)
Just when you are about to fry add the chopped onions and mix well.
Make small balls of this mixture and flatten to make small patties/discs. Place on a plate.
Deep fry (in batches) on medium-low heat till golden brown. Drain on a paper towel.
Serve hot immediately. No accompaniments necessary!
Recipe Notes