Medu Vada

Medu Vada is a popular South Indian snack made from urad dal (black gram) batter, shaped into doughnut-like fritters and deep-fried until golden brown. These crispy and fluffy vadas are often enjoyed with coconut chutney or sambar, making them a delightful treat.

Ingredients

• Urad dal (split black gram) - 1 cup
• Water - 1/2 cup (for soaking)
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Green chilies - 1, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Curry leaves - 5-6, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Oil - for deep frying

Steps

1. Rinse the urad dal thoroughly under running water and soak it in 1/2 cup of water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. After soaking, drain the urad dal and transfer it to a blender. Blend into a smooth batter, adding a little water if necessary to achieve a thick consistency.
3. Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and add chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To check if the oil is hot enough, drop a small amount of batter into the oil; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
5. Wet your hands and take a small portion of the batter (about 2 tablespoons). Shape it into a doughnut by making a hole in the center.
6. Carefully slide the shaped vada into the hot oil. Fry in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, and cook until they are golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
7. Once cooked, remove the vadas from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
8. Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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