Dal Vada (Spicy Deep Fried Fritters)

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   In a medium pot, soak split bengal gram and split green gram with the cups of water for 2 hours.

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   Drain water and, using an electric grinder, grind the soaked dal mixture to a thick coarse mixture (ground enough to form a lumpy dough) using a little additional water.

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   To this mixture, add onion, green chilies, coriander leaves, ginger paste, lemon juice, spices, and evenly mix everything.

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   Heat oil in a nonstick wok on medium flames for frying.

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   Now there are 2 ways of shaping the mixture:

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   Method 1: You may pour the ground mixture into hot oil using spoons.

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   A medium wok can accommodate 6-7 spoonfuls of fritters at a time.

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   (This is the method I use.)

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   Method 2: Wet your hand using a little water, take a small amount of ground mixture, shape it into a dumpling and drop it carefully into the hot oil for frying.

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    A medium wok can accommodate 5-6 dumpling-shaped fritters at a time.

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    Cook fritters/vada on medium heat for 1 minute before turning on the other side.

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    Cook till both sides become golden brown then remove to a paper towel to get rid of any excess oil.

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    Before serving, remove the paper towel.

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    Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.