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DAHI VADA (SAVORY BALLS IN YOGURT)

 

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1/2 c Urad dal

1/2 Moong dal

1 c Yogurt

Spice to taste (cumin and paprika)

Oil for frying

1/4 c Milk

Method:

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Clean dal, wash and soak in water for 4 hours. Blend in blender at

medium speed using the minimum amount of water required to keep paste

moving freely. Add salt and start heating oil.

Drop spoonfuls of batter in the hot oil using a large tablespoon. Fry

until golden brown. Drop in water. Let it soak till ready to serve.

Beat yogurt with milk. Add spice according to taste. Squeeze out water

from the vada and add yogurt. Serve.