Steamed Masala Vada ~ Healthy Vada

Ingredients

Chana dhal 1 cup

Ginger 1 tsp (finely chopped)

Garlic 2 pods

Garam Masala 1/2 tsp

Dhil leaves 1/2 bunch

Onion 2 (Finely chopped)

Salt as per taste

For the Chutney

Coconut 1/2 cup

Green chilly 1

Salt as per taste

Curd 2 tsp

Method

Grind the ingredients mentioned for chutney to smoot consistency.

Soak the chana dhal for 4-5 hrs or overnight until they are soft.

Drain the water and grind the soaked chana dhal, ginger,garlic and garam masala and grind to coarse paste and transfer to a mixing bowl.

Now add finely chopped onion, dhil leaves and salt and mix well.

Wet your hands and make little cylinders. Steam cook them like you would steam your vegetables for about 10-15 minutes on medium heat.

Now enjoy your steamed masala vada with coconut chutney which is fat free and healthy.

 

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