Savory Dahi Vada (Lentil Dumpling with Yogurt)

Name: Savory Dahi Vada (Lentil Dumpling with Yogurt)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Hot Water To Soak Lentils; 1 cup Split Black Lentil; 1 cup Split Yellow Lentil; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Grated Ginger Thinly Grated; 2 whole Green Chilies Deseeded And Thinly Sliced; 1 cup Olive Oil, For Frying; 1 cup Thick Plain Yogurt, Chilled; 2 Tablespoons Tamarind Sauce - Optional; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder

Servings: persons

3 cups Hot Water To Soak Lentils
1 cup Split Black Lentil
1 cup Split Yellow Lentil
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Grated Ginger Thinly Grated
2 whole Green Chilies Deseeded And Thinly Sliced
1 cup Olive Oil, For Frying
1 cup Thick Plain Yogurt, Chilled
2 Tablespoons Tamarind Sauce - Optional
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Red Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Cumin Powder

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Making the Vada (dumplings):
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Take a medium pot, pour 3 cups of hot water into it, add both types of lentils and soak them overnight.
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The next day, drain all the water from the lentils.
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Using an electric grinder/blender, grind the drained lentils into a very thick coarse paste.
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You may use a little water if needed, keeping in mind to keep the paste on the thick side.
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Mix ginger and green chilies into this paste.
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Now pour the oil into a large deep pan and heat it on high flames till the oil is ready for deep frying, about 3-4 minutes.
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Scoop a spoonful of the lentil mixture (use your finger to scrape out all the extra mixture on the edges of the spoon, giving it a spoon shape) into the hot oil.
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Cook for 1 minute and turn it over to the other side.
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Cook vada/dumplings on medium heat till both sides become golden brown.
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Then, remove it onto a paper towel to get rid of any excess oil.
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Repeat these steps until all the vada/dumplings are made).
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For serving the Dahi Vada (dumplings with yogurt):
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Whisk 1 cup of yogurt in a small bowl.
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Keep aside.
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Take the serving dish/plate, place 5-6 vada/dumplings on it (leaving some space between each dumpling).
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Pour yogurt luxuriously over the plated vada/dumplings in such a manner that yogurt covers the dumplings.
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Now pour tamarind sauce over it and sprinkle salt, red chili powder and cumin powder.
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Refrigerate for 30 minutes and then serve chilled.
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*If you dont have tamarind sauce, you may sprinkle some freshly cut coriander/cilantro/mint along with some green chilies over it.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Hot Water To Soak Lentils, 1 cup Split Black Lentil, 1 cup Split Yellow Lentil, 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Grated Ginger Thinly Grated, and more.

Yes, Savory Dahi Vada (Lentil Dumpling with Yogurt) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!