About
Paruppu Vadai is a popular South Indian snack made with lentils and spices. It is a deep-fried snack. The main ingredients are split yellow lentils, chana dal, and urad dal, which are soaked and then ground into a paste. The paste is then mixed with spices and herbs, shaped into small discs, and deep-fried until golden brown. Paruppu Vadai is usually served with chutney or sambar.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
8.2
Fats
24.6
Carbs
13.6
Fibre
6.1
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Recipe
Ingredients
chana dal
1 cup
urad dal
1/2 cup
cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon
black pepper
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
ginger garlic paste
1 teaspoon
onion, finely chopped
1
green chillies, finely chopped
2
salt
1 teaspoon
Oil for deep frying
Directions
Step 1:
Soak the chana dal and urad dal in water for at least 2 hours.
Step 2:
Drain the water and grind the dals into a coarse paste.
Step 3:
Add the cumin seeds, black pepper, red chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, ginger garlic paste, onion, green chillies and salt to the paste and mix well.
Step 4:
Heat oil in a deep pan.
Step 5:
Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into a flat disc.
Step 6:
Carefully slide the disc into the hot oil and deep fry until golden brown.
Step 7:
Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
Step 8:
Serve hot with chutney or sambar.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 15115 users have chowed down on Paruppu Vadai a whopping 29565 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
When it comes to Paruppu Vadai, our users are head over heels in december, but the interest cools down in february.
Who preferred this food the most?
It's official: Paruppu Vadai is the food of choice for 28-30 female, with people of 20-25 BMI also on board.
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 15115 users have chowed down on Paruppu Vadai a whopping 29565 times.
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