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Dahi Vada

Name: Dahi Vada
Prep time: 8 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 8 h 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup urad dal (split black gram); 2 cups yogurt, whisked; 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp chili powder; Salt to taste; Tamarind chutney for garnish; Mint chutney for garnish; Oil for frying

Soft, pillowy lentil fritters soaked in cooling yogurt and crowned with tangy tamarind and fresh mint chutneys create the perfect balance of creamy and spiced. The contrast between warm fried vadas and chilled yogurt makes every bite refreshing, while cumin and chili powder add subtle heat. Perfect for summer gatherings or whenever you need an impressive starter that feels indulgent yet light.

Prep

8 hours

Cook

30 minutes

Total

8 hours 30 minutes

Serves

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Instructions

1
Soak urad dal overnight and grind into a smooth paste.
2
Heat oil in a deep pan and fry spoonfuls of batter until golden brown.
3
Soak fried vadas in warm water for 10 minutes, then gently squeeze out excess water.
4
Place vadas in whisked yogurt and sprinkle with cumin powder, chili powder, and salt.
5
Drizzle tamarind chutney and mint chutney over the top.
6
Refrigerate until chilled before serving.

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