Traditional South Indian Medu Vada
Crispy golden doughnut-shaped South Indian fritters made from fluffy, whipped black gram batter seasoned with pepper and curry leaves.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Soak black gram lentils for 4 hours, drain completely, and grind into a thick, fluffy batter using ice-cold water sparingly.
Fold in ginger paste, chopped green chilies, curry leaves, black pepper powder, asafoetida, and salt.
Wet your hands, shape batter into balls, poke a hole in the center to form a doughnut shape.
Slide vadas carefully into hot oil and deep-fry on medium heat for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and crisp on both sides.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot with sambar and coconut chutney.
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