Vadai

Vadai

Fried snacks are an absolute favourite of people of all ages! And we in India have mastered the art of combining nutrition with delicious taste. Vadas in particular, are common all over India and come in various flavours. Here I present a particular variety that is made during all the festivals, is a favourite of mine , which I also happen to make reasonably well!!

Ingredients:

Red gram dal- 1/2 cup

Bengal gram dal- 1/2 cup

Green chillies- 4-5

Ginger- a small piece

Curry leaves & Coriander-a little, chopped finely

Salt to taste.

Grated coconut- a handful (optional)

Cashewnuts-7 (optional)

Method:

Step 1: Soak the dals together in a container for 30-40 minutes.

Step 2:Grind the dals along with chillies and salt, sprinkling a little water to form a coarse paste.

Step 3:Add coriander and curry leaves to the paste and mix well. Coconut and cashews may be added as well.

Step 4: Heat the oil in a pan. Roll enough paste on a leaf placed on your left hand and flatten it with your right hand. Place some water in a cup and use it to smoothen the vadas

Step 5:Cook in oil to reddish brown. Serve hot.

Step 6:Adding finely chopped onions to the mix makes for delicious masala vadas!!