About
It is basically an extension of the popular crisp mixed dal vada with the additional herb, i.e. methi leaves. Mixed dal methi vada can be a perfect snack recipe that can be shared on any occasion and does not require any particular side dish to it. Any type of lentils can be used and are coarsely ground and mixed with finely chopped methi leaves, and other herbs. Methi vada is a popular snack across India, but particularly popular in Andhra and Karnataka. It is also famously prepared as street food in Gujarat and Maharastra too. Apart from being a tasty snack, it is also a healthy munching snack. Due to the addition of methi leaves and other fresh ingredients, it is rich in vitamins and minerals.Step-by-step
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firstly, in a large bowl take ½ cup urad dal, ½ cup toor dal, and ½ cup chana dal.
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soak in water for 3 hours.
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drain off the water and transfer to the mixer jar.
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add 3 chilli, 1 inch ginger.
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grind to a coarse texture without adding any water.
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transfer the batter to a large bowl. add 1 tsp cumin, ½ onion, and few curry leaves.
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also add 1 cup methi leaves, ½ tsp salt, and pinch hing.
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squeeze and mix well making sure everything is well combined.
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now pinch a ball-sized dough and flatten shaping the vada.
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deep fry in hot oil keeping the flame on medium.
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do not touch for 1 minute. else there are chances for vada to break.
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stir occasionally, and fry on medium flame.
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fry until the dal vada turns golden brown and crunchy.
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finally, enjoy Methi Vada Recipe with chutney.
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Notes
- Firstly, drain off the water from the dal completely, or else the vada batter will turn watery.
- Additionally, you can add rice flour if the batter turns watery.
- Also, adding onions is optional. you can skip it and just add methi leaves.
- Finally, Methi Vada Recipe tastes great when served hot and crispy.
Original recipe by Hebbar’s Kitchen: https://hebbarskitchen.com/methi-vada-recipe-crispy-mixed-dal/