Cooking Mode: Dahi Vada Maharashtrian

Step 1 of 5

Soak black gram lentils for 4 hours, drain, and grind into a fluffy batter with minimal water and salt.

Step 2 of 5

Drop spoonfuls into hot oil and deep-fry on medium heat until golden; drain and soak in warm water for 15 minutes.

Step 3 of 5

Whisk yogurt with sugar and black salt until smooth.

Step 4 of 5

Gently squeeze excess water from fried vadas and place in a bowl.

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Pour sweet yogurt over vadas, sprinkle roasted cumin powder and red chili powder, then chill before serving.