Mixed Vegetable Vada Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak 1 cup of chana dal (split Bengal gram) in water for 2 hours.
• STEP 2.Drain the water and grind the soaked dal into a coarse paste.
• STEP 3.In a mixing bowl, combine the ground dal with finely chopped vegetables like carrots, beans, onions, and coriander leaves.
• STEP 4.Add ginger-garlic paste, green chili paste, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
• STEP 5.Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
• STEP 6.Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a small patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
• STEP 7.Carefully drop the vadas into the hot oil and fry them until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 8.Remove the vadas from the oil and drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
• STEP 9.Serve the Mixed Vegetable Vadas hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to soak the chana dal for at least 2 hours to ensure a smooth batter.
• You can add other vegetables like cabbage or spinach for added flavor and nutrition.
• Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by adding more or less chili powder and green chili paste.
• To make the vadas healthier, you can also shallow fry them instead of deep-frying.
• Serve the vadas immediately after frying to enjoy them at their crispy best.

Storage and Serving

• Mixed Vegetable Vadas are best served hot and crispy.
• If you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat the vadas, you can either microwave them for a few seconds or heat them in a preheated oven until warm.
• Serve the reheated vadas with chutney or sauce of your choice.