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Masala Vada Recipe

masala vada recipe offered to Krishna on a thali with coconut chutney and garnished with fresh coriander leaves.
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Hare Krishna Masala Vada are delightful and flavorful fritters, inspired by the principles of bhakti yoga. These vadas combine simple, wholesome ingredients to create a delicious addition to your meals. In the tradition of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, preparing and offering food to Krishna is an act of love and devotion, known as bhakti. Each dish is prepared with care, mindfulness, and a pure heart, making it not just a meal but a spiritual offering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chana dal (split Bengal gram)
  • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • 1-inch piece ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • A handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped
  • A few curry leaves, chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

Prepare Batter:

  1. Soak Dal:
    • Soak the chana dal in water for at least 2 hours. Drain well.
  2. Grind:
    • Coarsely grind the soaked chana dal with green chilies and ginger. Do not add water; the mixture should be thick.
  3. Mix:
    • Transfer the ground mixture to a bowl. Add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, chopped coriander leaves, curry leaves, and salt. Mix well.

Shape Vadas:

  1. Shape:
    • Take small portions of the mixture and flatten them into small patties using your hands.

Fry Vadas:

  1. Heat Oil:
    • Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Fry:
    • Carefully slide the patties into the hot oil and fry until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides.
  3. Drain:
    • Remove the vadas with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Serve:

  1. Serve Hot:
    • Serve hot with chutney or ketchup as a snack or appetizer.

Notes

  • Variation: Add finely chopped coriander leaves for extra flavor.
  • Storage: Store any leftover vadas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.

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