DAHI VADA

Dahivada is an Indian chaat, prepared by soaking vadas in thickdahi (yogurt). Sambhar vadas and Rasam vadas are also popular snacks in southern India.

INGREDIENTS

For The Vadas
Urad dal (split black lentils)
Ginger (adrak)
Green chillies
Baking soda
Salt to taste
Oil for deep-frying
Curds (dahi) , whisked
Khajurimliki chutney
Chilli powder
Cumin seeds (jeera) powder

PREPARATION

Soak the urad dal in water for 3-4 hours.
Wash and drain the urad dal.
Combine the urad dal, ginger and green chillies and grind to a smooth paste in a blender.
Add the soda bi-carb and salt to the urad dal paste and mix well till the batter is light and fluffy. Add a little water if required.
Wet your hands and take batter on your palm or on a sheet of wet plastic and shape into a circle of 75 mm. (3”) diameter. Deep fry in hot oil on a slow flame till the vadas are golden brown, for about 10 minutes. Drain on absorbent paper and keep aside.