Crispy and Delicious Medu Vada: A South Indian Delight! - How to Make Medu Vada
Let's explore the taste of South India. Medu Vada is a popular and traditional snack enjoyed by all age group. These
crispy, golden-brown vadas are made from soaked and ground black lentils,
spiced to perfection, and fried to crispy perfection.
This South Indian delicacy is sure to win
hearts with its crunchy exterior and soft interior. So, don't hesitate to whip
up a batch whenever you crave a tasty snack or plan a delightful get-together.
South Indian recipes are loved by everyone. Here it’s a home made recipe for a
famous south Indian Medu Vada with sambhar and coconut chutney. It is tricky
but after some practice it will be easy to make restaurant style Medu Vada at
home.
Even machines for making vada is
available at market for beginners. We
made this recipe on kali chaudas - Diwali also. Mixing of two dals makes it crisp
from out side and softer inside. So enjoy this delicious recipe of Medu Vada
with piping hot sambhar and coconut chutney at your home today. So, what are
you waiting for, let's get on the apron and enjoy cooking this delicious
recipe. Enjoy cooking!
Soaking time - 5 to 6 hours
Preparation time – 15 minutes
Cooking time – 45 minutes
Serves – 4 people
Ingredients to make Medu Vada:
2 cups urad dal
1 cup urad dal (black lentils)
2 tablespoon moong dal
2 tablespoon rice flour
2-3 green chilies, finely chopped
1-inch piece of ginger, grated
A handful of fresh curry leaves, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped (opt.)
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
Oil for deep frying
Method to make Medu Vada:
· Rinse the urad dal thoroughly under cold water until the water
runs clear.
· In a large bowl, add the dal and cover it with enough water. Allow
it to soak for at least 4 hours. Soaking the dal helps in making soft and
fluffy vadas.
· After the dal has soaked well, drain the water completely.
· Transfer the soaked dal to a blender or a wet grinder. Grind the
dal to a smooth and fluffy batter, adding a little water if necessary. The
consistency should be thick, similar to pancake batter.
· Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl.
· Add chopped green chilies, grated ginger, finely chopped curry
leaves, onions, salt and coriander leaves.
· Mix all the ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the flavors are well
distributed throughout the batter.
· Heat oil in a deep frying pan on medium heat.
· Take a small bowl of water and keep it nearby. Wet your hands with
water before shaping each vada to prevent sticking.
· Take a golf-ball-sized portion of the batter and flatten it
slightly on your palm.
· Make a hole in the center using your thumb to create a donut
shape.
· Gently slide the shaped vada into the hot oil, frying 3-4 vadas at
a time (or as many as your pan can comfortably hold).
· Fry the vadas until they turn golden-brown and crispy on both
sides. Ensure they are cooked evenly.
· Remove the fried vadas from the oil and place them on a plate
lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
· Serve the Medu Vada hot, along with coconut chutney, sambar, or
a delicious green chutney for dipping.
· Enjoy the crispy and flavorful Medu Vada with your loved ones!
