Vada Curry

Vada Curry is a delicious and spicy Indian dish featuring deep-fried lentil dumplings served in a rich and flavorful curry sauce. This gluten-free delight is perfect for a hearty meal that satisfies both taste and hunger.

Ingredients

• Split urad dal - 100 grams
• Water - 1 cup (for soaking)
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Oil - for deep frying
• Tomato - 1 medium, pureed
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Garam masala - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the split urad dal in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked dal and blend it to a smooth paste with a little water, adding salt, cumin seeds, green chili, and ginger.
3. Heat oil in a deep pan for frying the vadas. Once hot, drop small portions of the dal batter into the oil and fry until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. In a separate pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
5. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute. Then add the pureed tomato, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the oil separates from the mixture.
6. Add water (about 1.5 cups) to the tomato mixture and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
7. Add the fried vadas into the curry and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, allowing them to soak up the flavors.
8. Finish with garam masala and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from lentils, supporting muscle health and digestion.
• Contains anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric and ginger, which may boost immunity.

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