Stuffed Dahi Bhalla Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak urad dal and moong dal in water for 4-5 hours, then grind into a smooth batter.
• STEP 2.Add salt and baking soda to the batter, and mix well.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan, and drop spoonfuls of the batter to make small dumplings. Fry until golden brown.
• STEP 4.Remove the dumplings from the oil and soak them in water for 10-15 minutes.
• STEP 5.Meanwhile, prepare the stuffing by mixing boiled and mashed potatoes with spices.
• STEP 6.Take the soaked dumplings out of the water, squeeze out the excess water, and make a small hole in each dumpling.
• STEP 7.Stuff the dumplings with the potato filling.
• STEP 8.To serve, place the stuffed dumplings in a serving dish, pour beaten yogurt over them, and drizzle with tamarind and mint chutneys.
• STEP 9.Garnish with chopped coriander leaves, sev, and sprinkle with chaat masala.
• STEP 10.Stuffed Dahi Bhalla is ready to be enjoyed. Serve chilled.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the batter is smooth and of pouring consistency to get soft and spongy dumplings.
• Soaking the fried dumplings in water helps to make them soft and removes excess oil.
• You can adjust the spice level of the potato filling according to your taste.

Storage and Serving

• Stuffed Dahi Bhalla is best served immediately after preparation.
• If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Before serving leftovers, soak the dumplings in water for a few minutes to soften them.