South Indian Lentil Cakes with Raita

Lentil cakes, also known as vadas or vadai, are a popular South Indian snack enjoyed with various accompaniments like chutney or raita. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, making them a delightful treat.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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South Indian Lentil Cakes with Raita

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: South Indian Courses: Anytime, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Split Bengal Gram (Chana Dal)
• 1 cup Split Pigeon Peas (Toor Dal)
• ¹⁄₄ cup Rice Flour
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 chopped Green Chili
• 1 inch Ginger
• 6 leaves Curry Leaves
• 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• for frying Oil

Instructions

1. Wash and soak the chana dal and toor dal in water for 2 hours. Drain the water.
2. In a blender, grind the soaked dals into a coarse paste.
3. Transfer the dal paste to a mixing bowl and add rice flour, chopped onion, green chili, grated ginger, curry leaves, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Take a small portion of the dal mixture and shape it into a small patty.
6. Carefully place the patties in the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
7. Remove the lentil cakes from the oil and place them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
8. Serve hot with raita or chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.