Monday, December 27, 2021
Make Dahi Bada
Dahi Vada, also known as Dahi Bhalla in some regions, is a popular Indian dish made with deep-fried lentil dumplings soaked in yogurt and flavored with various chutneys and spices. Here's how you can make delicious Dahi Vada at home:
Ingredients to make Dahi Bada :
For the Vada:
- 1 cup urad dal (black gram lentils)
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger, finely grated
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Oil for deep frying
For the Yogurt:
- 2 cups thick yogurt (curd)
- 1/2 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- Salt to taste
- Sugar to taste (optional)
- Chopped fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Red chili powder for garnish
- Sweet tamarind chutney
- Green chutney (coriander and mint chutney)
Instructions to make Dahi Bada:
For the Vada:
1. Soaking Urad Dal:
- Wash the urad dal thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 4-6 hours or overnight.
2. Grinding Dal:
- Drain the soaked dal and grind it into a smooth paste using very little water. The batter should be thick and fluffy.
- Add grated ginger, chopped green chili (if using), and salt to the batter. Mix well.
3. Frying Vada:
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Wet your hands and take a small portion of the batter. Flatten it slightly and carefully slide it into the hot oil.
- Fry the vadas until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil and drain excess oil on paper towels.
For Assembling:
1. Soaking Vada:
- Soak the fried vadas in warm water for about 20-30 minutes. They should absorb water and become soft.
2. Preparing Yogurt:
- Whisk the thick yogurt in a bowl until smooth. Add roasted cumin powder, salt, and sugar (if using). Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
3. Assembling Dahi Vada:
- Squeeze out the excess water from the soaked vadas gently and arrange them in a serving dish.
- Pour the whisked yogurt over the vadas, ensuring they are fully covered.
- Drizzle sweet tamarind chutney and green chutney over the yogurt.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and sprinkle red chili powder for a spicy kick.
4. Chilling:
- Refrigerate the Dahi Vada for at least 1-2 hours before serving. Chilled Dahi Vada tastes the best.
Serve the Dahi Vada cold, garnished with more chutneys and spices if desired. Enjoy this delightful and refreshing Indian snack!