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# Crispy Mixed Dal Methi Vada Recipe

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## 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

<Steps>
  <Step>
    firstly, in a large bowl take ½ cup urad dal, ½ cup toor dal, and ½ cup chana dal.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-3.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    soak in water for 3 hours.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-4.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    drain off the water and transfer to the mixer jar.

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  </Step>

  <Step>
    add 3 chilli, 1 inch ginger.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-6.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    grind to a coarse texture without adding any water.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-7.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    transfer the batter to a large bowl. add 1 tsp cumin, ½ onion, and few curry leaves.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-8.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    also add 1 cup methi leaves, ½ tsp salt, and pinch hing.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-9.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    squeeze and mix well making sure everything is well combined.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-10.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    now pinch a ball-sized dough and flatten shaping the vada.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-11.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    deep fry in hot oil keeping the flame on medium.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-12.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    do not touch for 1 minute. else there are chances for vada to break.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-13.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    stir occasionally, and fry on medium flame.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-14.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    fry until the dal vada turns golden brown and crunchy.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-15.jpeg" alt="" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>

  <Step>
    finally, enjoy **Methi Vada Recipe** with chutney.

    <img src="https://hebbarskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Methi-Vada-Recipe-Crispy-Mixed-Dal-Fenugreek-Leaves-Vada-2-2048x1365.jpeg" alt="Crispy Mixed Dal Fenugreek Leaves Vada" referrerPolicy="no-referrer" loading="lazy" className="rounded-lg" />
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Video

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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.

<Note>
  Original recipe by Hebbar's Kitchen: [https://hebbarskitchen.com/methi-vada-recipe-crispy-mixed-dal/](https://hebbarskitchen.com/methi-vada-recipe-crispy-mixed-dal/)
</Note>