Vegan Dahi Vada

Vegan Dahi Vada is a delicious Indian snack made from soft lentil dumplings soaked in a tangy vegan yogurt and topped with spices. This refreshing dish is perfect for a light lunch or appetizer, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Indian cuisine.

Ingredients

• Urad dal (split black gram) - 1 cup
• Water - 4 cups (for soaking and blending)
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Oil - for frying (about 1 cup)
• Vegan yogurt (coconut or almond-based) - 1 cup
• Tamarind chutney - 2 tablespoons
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh coriander leaves - for garnish (1 tablespoon, chopped)
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped (optional)

Steps

1. Soak the urad dal in enough water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the soaked urad dal and blend it with 1/2 cup of water until you get a smooth, thick batter.
3. Add salt, black pepper, and cumin powder to the batter and mix well.
4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
5. Once the oil is hot, drop spoonfuls of the batter into the oil, frying until golden brown and crispy on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per batch).
6. Remove the fried vadas and place them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
7. In a bowl, soak the fried vadas in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them.
8. Gently squeeze out the excess water from each vada and arrange them on a serving platter.
9. Top the vadas with vegan yogurt, tamarind chutney, and sprinkle chaat masala over them.
10. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein due to urad dal, providing essential amino acids.
• Contains probiotics from vegan yogurt, promoting gut health.

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