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Medu Vada – South Indian Urad Dal Fritters

Medu Vada are crispy, golden fritters made from urad dal batter, deep-fried to perfection. They are fluffy inside and crunchy outside, often enjoyed with sambar and chutney.

Why it’s special:
Its donut shape and crisp texture make it an iconic South Indian snack.

Serving suggestions:
Best paired with coconut chutney and hot sambar.

Variations:
Can be spiced with peppercorns, ginger, or onions for extra flavor.

Nutrition highlight:
High in plant-based protein from urad dal.

Medu Vada – South Indian Urad Dal Fritters

Medu Vada are crispy and fluffy urad dal fritters shaped like doughnuts, deep-fried to perfection. A popular South Indian snack or breakfast dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: South Indian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup urad dal soaked overnight
  • 1 green chili chopped
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • Curry leaves ginger, black pepper (to taste)
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for deep frying

Method
 

Instructions:
  1. Grind soaked urad dal into thick, fluffy batter.
  2. Mix in chopped onions, chili, curry leaves, and ginger.
  3. Shape into doughnut-like rounds.
  4. Deep fry until golden and crisp.
  5. Drain excess oil and serve hot.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve with coconut chutney.
  • Enjoy with hot sambar.
  • Can be paired with rasam.