Medu Vada
Medu Vada is a popular South Indian snack made with urad dal (black gram lentils). It is a high protein dish that is also gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. However, people with a dairy allergy should avoid this dish. This recipe uses less oil compared to traditional medhu vada recipes, making it a healthier option.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
46 kcal
Protein
3 g
Carbs
7 g
Fat
1 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Split Urad Dal (Raw)
1 small cup (100g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Grated Ginger
1 tsp (3g)
Asafoetida
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Olive Oil
2 tsp (10g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the urad dal in water and soak it in enough water for 3-4 hours.
Drain the water and grind the dal in a mixer grinder or wet grinder to a smooth batter.
Add a little water if needed to grind the dal smoothly.
Transfer the batter to a large mixing bowl.
Add chopped onions, green chili, grated ginger, asafoetida, and salt. Mix well.
Heat a non-stick tawa or griddle over medium heat.
Grease the vada maker with a few drops of oil.
Take a small portion of the batter and add it to the vada maker.
Press the vada maker over the hot tawa or griddle and make a small circle.
Using a small spoon or your finger, make a hole in the center of the vada.
Cook the vada for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Repeat the same process with the remaining batter.
Serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Sonam Singh Bhatia
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and it matched my strict calorie targets effortlessly. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Yashika Kumar Dutta
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and the experience has been outstanding. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! A must-try dish on your wellness journey."
Mayank Rani Das
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and Medu Vada fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. The clean ingredients made a noticeable difference in overall freshness. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Aaliyah Rani Hammad
"Tried making this last night, and Medu Vada has quickly become a household favorite. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"