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urad dal

🥗Healthier: moong dal

💰Cheaper: split peas

Moong dal is lighter and easier to digest.

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while being healthier.

Soak urad dal in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Drain the soaked dal and transfer it to a blender.

Blend the dal with a little water until smooth and fluffy.

Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and add chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, black pepper, and salt.

Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat until hot.

Wet your hands and take a small portion of the batter.

Shape it into a donut or disc, making a hole in the center.

Gently slide the shaped vada into the hot oil.

Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove the vadas and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Serve hot with coconut chutney or sambar.

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