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Easy 35 min~220 kcal 4/10
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Medu Vada
South Indian urad dal fritters shaped like rings, fried until crisp outside and airy inside, often served with chutney and sambar.
Hard⏱️ 6 hr 50 min📖 1 min readServes 6~240 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 20 min cook 360 min rest
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 6 h 50 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating6 h
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 1.5 su bardağı(~300 ml) Urad dal
- 0.5 su bardağı(~100 ml) Water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Ginger
- 1 adet Green pepper
- 1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) Cumin seeds
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
- 8 adet Curry leaves
For frying
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Vegetable oil
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Instructions
- 1
Wash the urad dal and soak for 6 hours.
6 hr360:00 - 2
Drain and grind with the water added gradually, until thick and smooth.
- 3
Mix in the ginger, finely chopped green pepper, cumin seeds, salt, and curry leaves.
- 4
Whip the batter by hand for 3 minutes to aerate it.
3 min03:00 - 5
Wet your hand and shape the batter into rings.
- 6
Heat the oil to 175°C and fry the vadas for 5 minutes, until golden.
5 min05:00 - 7
Drain and serve hot.
💡 Tip: Add the water spoon by spoon; too much water makes the batter loose and closes the ring shape.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with coconut chutney or a strained yogurt and mint dip.
Nutrition (per serving)
~240
kcal calories
8
g protein
32
g carbs
9
g fat
Protein 13%Carbs 53%Fat 34%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Medu Vada make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Medu Vada take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 20 minutes, including 360 minutes of passive resting; 410 minutes in total.Is Medu Vada difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Medu Vada have?
Approximately 240 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 32g, fat: 9g.Is Medu Vada allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Medu Vada belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Medu Vada need?
This recipe needs 8 ingredients.
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