Mar 31, 2015

Pudina Vada / Mint Masala Vada

Pudina Vada or Mint Masala Vada is yet another fritter variety made from lentils with mint leaves. Easy vegan snack  to prepare. A quick flavorful bite for your evening tea.

Pudina is a herb commonly used in Indian cooking. It is used in a variety of dishes such as chutneys, raitas, and salads. It has a refreshing taste and aroma along with many health benefits.


Ingredients
Mint Masala Vada, Pudina vada
Mint Masala Vada
  • 1 cup Channa Dal
  • Hing-pinch
  • 5-6 Green Chillies 
  • Ginger-shredded
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp grated coconut
  • Few Coriander leaves
  • Onions(Optional)
  • Fresh Pudina/mint leaves
  • Jeera-1tsp
  • Oil for deep frying


Method:  Soak Channa Dal for half an hour. 
Next grind soaked channa dal with jeera,salt, green chillies, hing very coarsely with very little water. 
Next add grated coconut , chopped coriander leaves, chopped pudina leaves , onions  and salt to the mixture and mix well.

Make small balls and flatten it.  Set it on a plate.In a kadai, heat  oil ,  slowly slide in the ambodes , deep fry till golden brown on both sides.
Drain on absorbent paper.

Serve Pudina Vada hot with chutney or sauce or enjoy just like that with hot cup of tea or coffee.



Thanks for stopping by…

Don't forget to check other interesting snack recipes.

Healthy Platter

Healthy Platter
Eat Healthy Stay Cheerful