Urad Dal Vadi In Spinach Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Soak urad dal in water for 4-5 hours. Drain the water and grind it into a thick paste.
• STEP 2.Shape the urad dal paste into small dumplings and sun-dry them for a few hours.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a pan and fry the urad dal vadi until golden brown. Remove and keep aside.
• STEP 4.In the same pan, add cumin seeds, chopped onions, and ginger-garlic paste. Cook until the onions are golden brown.
• STEP 5.Add chopped tomatoes, spinach puree, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.
• STEP 6.Add water and simmer for 10-15 minutes, until the flavors are well combined.
• STEP 7.Add the fried urad dal vadi and cook for a few more minutes.
• STEP 8.Serve the urad dal vadi in spinach hot with roti or rice.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the urad dal vadi is well-fried and crispy before adding it to the spinach gravy.
• You can adjust the spice levels according to your taste preferences.
• Garnish the dish with a dollop of ghee or a sprinkle of garam masala for added flavor.

Storage and Serving

• Urad dal vadi in spinach is best served hot.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the dish in a pan or microwave before serving.