What is Medu Vada (Garelu)?
Medu Vada is a common South Indian urad dal deep-fried fritter which is widely popular in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala states. The fritters are relished with a dollop of chutney and sambar. Mendu Vada Recipe
Medu Vada Recipe (Garelu)
Description
Medu Vada or Garelu in Telugu is a South Indian, golden-brown crispy snack enjoyed for its crunchy exterior and soft, airy interior. Delicious with coconut chutney and sambar, it's the ultimate breakfast, snack, or festive food! And with this simple-to-use recipe, you get the best Medu Vada taste and crunch every time!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Soak & Grind
- Wash the urad dal in water and keep it soaked in water for 4-5 hours.
- Drain the water and grind the dal into a smooth, thick paste using as little water as possible.
- Transfer this paste to a bowl and whisk it well for 3-4 minutes in order to air it and give it a fluffiness to it.
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Prepare the Batter
- Mix the chopped green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, coriander, onion (if adding), black pepper, cumin seeds, and salt.
- Mix all of it well to incorporate the spices uniformly.
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Shape the Medu Vada
- Wet your hands and hold a small ball of the batter.
- Shape it into a doughnut form with a hole in the center.
- Or, place the batter on a banana leaf or wet plastic sheet, shape it, and then place it in your palm.
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Fry the Vadas
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan on a medium flame.
- Slide the shaped vadas carefully into the oil.
- Fry until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
- Drain and place them on tissue paper to absorb excess oil.
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Serve & Enjoy
- Serve hot with coconut chutney and hot steaming sambar for a classic South Indian breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Sodium 150mg7%
- Potassium 200mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 4g8%
- Vitamin A 20 IU
- Vitamin C 1 mg
- Calcium 18 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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