Ulli Garilu/Onion Medu Vada Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak urad dal in water for 4-5 hours and drain.
• STEP 2.Grind the dal to a smooth batter, adding water as required.
• STEP 3.Add chopped onions, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, and salt to the batter.
• STEP 4.Heat oil in a deep pan for frying.
• STEP 5.Take small portions of the batter and shape them into vadas.
• STEP 6.Deep fry the vadas until golden brown and crispy.
• STEP 7.Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the batter is not too watery or too thick.
• Add a pinch of baking soda to make the vadas fluffy.
• Serve the vadas immediately for the best taste and texture.

Storage and Serving

• Store the leftover vadas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat in a preheated oven or air fryer to regain crispiness.
• Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.