Urad dhal (Black Lentil) Recipes from Sri Lanka 🫘 Indian and Sri Lankan Dosai, Sambaru & More!

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option while chicken is often more affordable.

urad dal

🥗Healthier: chickpea flour

💰Cheaper: split peas

Chickpea flour is high in protein and often less expensive.

Soak urad dal in water for a few hours until softened

Blend urad dal with ginger and garlic, adding water as needed

Mix in chopped curry leaves and salt

Add shrimp and lime juice to the mixture and combine well

Heat coconut oil in a deep frying pan until hot

Scoop a small amount of the mixture and shape it into a patty

Drop the patty into the hot oil and fry until golden brown

Remove the vadai from the oil and drain on paper towels

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