Vada Curry Recipe

Enjoy authentic South Indian cuisine with this tasty Vada Curry recipe. Delicious, quick and easy - it's perfect for any occasion!

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Course: Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: Vada Curry

Cook Time: 30

Soak Time: 2

Total Time: 2 30

Servings: people

Calories: 261kcal

Author: Chitra Goel

Cost: 10

Soak the chana dal in water for 2 hours, then drain and grind to a smooth batter using a little water. Add salt and mix well.
1 cup chana dal, 1 teaspoon salt
Shape the batter into small rounds and deep fry until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
In a pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the cumin and coriander seeds and fry until fragrant, about 1 minute.
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
Add the onion and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
1 onion
Add the ginger and green chili paste and fry for 1 minute.
1 teaspoon ginger paste, 1 teaspoon green chili paste
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
2 tomatoes
Add the turmeric, red chili powder, garam masala, and 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, and simmer for 10 minutes.
½ teaspoon turmeric powder, ½ teaspoon red chili powder, 1 teaspoon garam masala, 2 cups water
Add the fried vadas to the curry and simmer for 5 minutes.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander leaves and coconut milk. Enjoy!
Fresh coriander leaves, 2 tablespoon of coconut milk for garnish