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Gujarati Vada

Name: Gujarati Vada
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Gujarati Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup urad dal (split black gram); 1/2 cup chana dal (split chickpeas); 1/4 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp garam masala; 1/2 cup grated coconut; 1/2 cup chopped onions; 2 green chilies, slit; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1/2 cup water; salt to taste

Crispy deep-fried lentil fritters with a spicy, tangy flavor.

40 minutes4 servings

Method

Soak urad dal and chana dal separately for 4 hours. Drain and grind into a coarse batter with water, salt, and spices.
Add grated coconut, onions, chilies, and cilantro. Mix well to combine all ingredients.
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil and fry until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels and serve with chutney or sauce of choice.

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