Moong Dal Dahi Vada

Name: How to Make Moong Dal Dahi Vada | Easy & Delicious Moong Dal Dahi Vada Recipe
Total time: 24 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: north-indian

#Utsav26 Vrat Special Moong Dal Dahi Vada is a delicious Indian fasting-friendly snack made with soaked moong dal, sendha namak and traditional spices. The soft, fluffy vadas are deep-fried, soaked in coriander-infused water and served with creamy yogurt, roasted cumin powder, coriander powder, red chilli powder and homemade tamarind-mint chutney. Prepared without onion or garlic, this refreshing and flavourful chaat brings together traditional fasting ingredients and tangy Indian flavours. The yogurt and herb-infused water make it especially enjoyable during fasting when you want something flavourful and refreshing. Special Features : No onion and no garlic Made with protein-rich moong dal Seasoned with sendha namak for fasting Served with yogurt and coriander-infused water A traditional-inspired combination of creamy, tangy and spicy flavours Drizzle this sweet, tangy and mildly spicy homemade chutney over Vrat Special Moong Dal Dahi Vada for a refreshing burst of flavour.

prep time 24 Mins

cook time 20 Mins

chef Supriya Suman

Step 1

For Vada : Soak the dal: Wash the moong dal thoroughly and soak it in water overnight.

Step 2

Prepare the batter: In the morning, drain the soaked dal. Add whole cumin seeds and whole coriander seeds, then grind into a thick, smooth batter using minimal water.

Step 3

Season and whisk: Add sendha namak and whisk the batter well until it becomes light and fluffy.

Step 4

Fry the vadas: Heat refined oil in a pan. Drop small portions of batter into the hot oil and deep-fry until golden and cooked through.

Step 5

Prepare the soaking water: Take water in a bowl and add chopped fresh coriander leaves.

Step 6

Soak the vadas:Transfer the fried vadas into the coriander-infused water and allow them to soften.

Step 7

Prepare for serving: When ready to serve, gently remove the vadas and lightly press out the excess water.

Step 8

Add the toppings:Arrange the vadas in a serving bowl. Pour fresh yogurt over them and sprinkle sendha namak, roasted cumin powder, coriander powder and red chilli powder.

Step 9

For Chutney : Soak the tamarind in warm water until it softens.

Step 10

Squeeze the tamarind and extract its pulp. Remove the seeds and fibres.

Step 11

Grind the tamarind pulp and fresh mint leaves together into a smooth paste.

Step 12

Heat a pan and add the ground mixture.

Step 13

Add jaggery, sendha namak and red chilli powder.

Step 14

Cook over low to medium heat for a few minutes, stirring continuously until the jaggery dissolves and the chutney thickens slightly.

Step 15

Allow it to cool before serving.

Step 16

Finish with chutney: Drizzle homemade tamarind-mint chutney over the top and garnish with fresh coriander, if desired.

Step 17

Serve fresh: Enjoy this tangy, creamy and flavourful vrat-special chaat.

Calories 250 Kcal

Total Fat 10 g

Carbs 25 g

Protein 10 g

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

1 cup moong daal

1 tbsp whole cumin seeds

1 tbsp whole coriander seeds

as per taste sendha namak

400 ml refined oil

as required water

chopped fresh coriander leaves

500 gm fresh yogurt (dahi)

1 tbsp roasted cumin powder

1 tbsp coriander powder

1 tbsp red chilli powder

1 cup tamarind

10 piece mint

1 cup jaggery

Recipe by:

Supriya Suman

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