Dahi Wada Recipe
Dahi Wada is a popular Indian snack featuring deep-fried lentil dumplings (wadas) soaked in creamy yogurt and garnished with tangy tamarind chutney, spicy green chutney, and aromatic spices. This dish is known for its delightful combination of textures and flavors, making it a refreshing and delicious treat, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
**For the Wadas:**
- Urad dal (split black gram): 1 cup
- Green chilies: 2, finely chopped
- Ginger: 1-inch piece, grated
- Asafoetida (hing): a pinch
- Salt: to taste
- Oil: for deep frying
**For the Yogurt Mixture:**
- Plain yogurt: 2 cups
- Sugar: 1-2 teaspoons
- Salt: a pinch
**For the Garnish:**
- Tamarind chutney: 1/2 cup
- Green chutney: 1/2 cup
- Roasted cumin powder: 1 teaspoon
- Red chili powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Chaat masala: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh coriander leaves: 2 tablespoons, chopped
1. **Prepare the Batter:**
- Soak urad dal in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
- Drain the water and grind the dal into a smooth paste, adding a little water if necessary.
- Add finely chopped green chilies, grated ginger, asafoetida, and salt to the batter. Mix well.
2. **Fry the Wadas:**
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the wadas and drain on paper towels.
3. **Prepare the Yogurt Mixture:**
- In a bowl, whisk the yogurt until smooth.
- Add sugar and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
4. **Soak the Wadas:**
- Soak the fried wadas in a bowl of water for 10-15 minutes.
- Gently squeeze out the excess water from the wadas and place them on a plate.
5. **Assemble the Dahi Wada:**
- Pour the whisked yogurt mixture over the soaked wadas.
- Drizzle tamarind chutney and green chutney over the yogurt.
- Sprinkle roasted cumin powder, red chili powder, and chaat masala on top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves.
6. **Serve:**
- Serve the dahi wadas chilled or at room temperature.
Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Dahi Wada, a popular Indian snack!\
