Chana Dal Vada
Chana Dal Vada is a popular snack from India made with chana dal (split chickpeas), fresh herbs, and spices. This recipe uses fresh ingredients and less oil, making it a healthier option. It's vegan and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. The chana dal is a great source of protein and fiber, while the fresh herbs and spices add flavor and nutrients. It's a perfect snack for those who want to eat healthy without compromising on taste.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
50 kcal
Protein
2 g
Carbs
6 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Chana Dal (Raw)
1 small cup (100g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Green Chilli
2 tsp (4g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
Fresh Mint (chopped)
1 tbsp (10g)
Grated Ginger
1 tsp (3g)
Coriander Powder
1.5 tsp (3g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tbsp (15g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the soaked chana dal and drain the water.
Grind the chana dal in a food processor or a mixer grinder to make a coarse paste.
Transfer the chana dal paste to a mixing bowl and add chopped onions, green chili, fresh coriander leaves, fresh mint leaves, grated ginger, cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt.
Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
Heat a non-stick pan or tawa and add a few drops of oil.
Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a round or oval shape.
Place the shaped vada onto the hot pan and cook until golden brown on both sides. Repeat the process with the remaining mixture.
Serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Radhika Kaur Roy
"Tried this earlier today, and this Chana Dal Vada recipe exceeded all my expectations. It kept me full for hours without causing any heaviness or acidity. Will be making this again very soon."
Sameer Mahajan
"My dietitian recently added this to my plan, and this version of Chana Dal Vada is so much better than restaurant style. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"
Rajesh Rani Agarwal
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and this Chana Dal Vada recipe exceeded all my expectations. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Harsh Saxena
"Tried this earlier today, and this version of Chana Dal Vada is so much better than restaurant style. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."