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How I make vedah / vadde for breakfast on a cold winter sunday morning 23/06/2024

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Beena Ramalingam
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Vedah

Cultural Context

Vedah, often known as Vada, has its roots in South Indian cuisine, where it is a popular snack or breakfast item. Traditionally made from urad dal, these savory fritters are enjoyed with various chutneys and are often served as part of a larger meal. In modern times, Vada Pav, a spicy potato filling sandwiched between bread, has become a beloved street food across India, showcasing the dish's versatility and widespread appeal.

IndianINsnack
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 cups gorma dal
1 liter water
handful spring onions
handful fresh mint
1 teaspoon fine salt
1.5 tablespoons cumin seeds
1 small onion
3 green chilies
some garlic
1.5 cups oil

urad dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest.

potato

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: mashed cauliflower

Sweet potato adds sweetness and nutrients.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil provides a unique flavor.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and widely available.

1

Soak 1.5 cups of gorma dal in 1 liter of water overnight.

2

In the morning, drain the dal and grind it until very fine with cumin seeds, mint, and garlic.

3

Add chopped spring onions, onion, green chilies, and salt to the ground dal and mix well.

4

Heat 1.5 cups of oil in a deep frying pan until hot.

5

Wet your hands and form small patties from the mixture, carefully placing them in the hot oil.

6

Fry the patties until they are nice and crispy, ensuring they rise while cooking.

7

Remove the fried patties and drain on paper towels.

Cooking Techniques

soakingblendingfrying

Equipment Needed

deep frying pangrindermixing bowlspatulapaper towels

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

nuts

Also Known As

VadaVada PavMedu Vada

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