Chickpea Vadai (Indian-Singaporean Snack)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chickpea Flour (Besan)
• 2 tbsp Rice Flour
• 1/4 cup Onion
• 1 small Green Chilies
• 1 tsp Ginger
• 1 sprig Curry Leaves
• 2 tbsp Cilantro
• 1/2 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1/4 tsp Asafoetida
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1/2 cup Water
• for frying amount Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the 1 cup chickpea flour, 2 tbsp rice flour, 1/4 cup onion (finely chopped), 1 small green chili (finely chopped), 1 tsp ginger (minced), 1 sprig curry leaves (chopped), 2 tbsp cilantro (chopped), 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, 1/4 tsp asafoetida, and 1/2 tsp salt.
2. 2Gradually add the 1/2 cup water to the dry ingredients while mixing, until you form a thick batter that holds its shape when spooned.
3. 3Pour the vegetable oil for frying into a deep frying pan or wok, enough to generously cover the fritters during frying. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
4. 4Carefully drop rounded spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.
5. 5Fry the fritters for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. They should sound crisp when a utensil touches them.
6. 6Remove the cooked fritters from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
7. 7Serve the chickpea vadai hot.

Related Guides