Chana Dal bada
Chana Dal Bada is a popular Indian snack that is made with chana dal (split Bengal gram), onions, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of protein and dietary fiber, thanks to the chana dal. The dish is fried, making it high in calories, but can be enjoyed in moderation as a treat.
Allergen Information: Contains No
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
508 kcal
Protein
25 g
Carbs
71 g
Fat
15 g
Fiber
21 g
Ingredients
Chillies, green-1
1 medium
Ginger, fresh
1 medium
Coriander seeds
1 tsp (5g)
FENUGREEK SEEDS
1 tsp (5g)
CUMIN SEEDS
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
CINNAMOM
0.5 medium
Asafoetida
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Curry leaves
15 medium
Coriander leaves
3 tbsp (45g)
Common salt
1 tsp (5g)
Sunflower oil
1 tbsp (15g)
Channa Dal
1.5 large bowl (225g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
• Wash and soak chana dal in water overnight. Then add green chilies, ginger, coriander, fennel, jeera, cinnamon and cloves in the mixer jar. Grind them coarsely.
Add the remaining whole gram dal, pinch hing powder, chopped curry leaves, finely chopped coriander leaves, chilli flakes and salt. Mix them well, the batter for the vadas will be ready.
• Now take a little batter, round it, press it and make a vada and keep it on a plate. Similarly prepare all the vadas. Now heat oil in a pan, the oil should be medium-high hot and the flame should be medium-high.
• Put the vadas in hot oil for pan fry or shallow fry. Let them fry for some time, then flip them and fry them till they turn golden brown from both sides. Serve them hot.
NotesNutritional values are approximate and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.