Moong and urad dal cocktail vadas Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak moong dal and urad dal in water for 4-5 hours, then drain the water.
• STEP 2.Grind the soaked dals into a coarse paste, adding ginger, green chilies, and salt.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions, coriander leaves, and spices like turmeric powder and red chili powder to the dal paste.
• STEP 4.Mix well and shape the mixture into small vadas.
• STEP 5.Deep-fry the vadas in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 6.Serve the moong and urad dal cocktail vadas hot with green chutney or tomato ketchup.

Cooking Tips

• Soak the dals for at least 4-5 hours to soften them.
• Grind the dals into a coarse paste for a better texture.
• You can add grated coconut or chopped curry leaves for additional flavor.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the vadas to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy.
• Drain the fried vadas on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

Storage and Serving

• Moong and urad dal cocktail vadas are best enjoyed fresh and hot.
• If you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the vadas in a preheated oven or toaster oven to regain some crispiness.
• Serve the reheated vadas with green chutney or tomato ketchup.