MASALA VADA - BELE VADE ( ಬೇಳೆ ವಡೆ)

INGREDIENTS

Channa Dal 1 cup
Urad Dal 1/4th cup
Moong Dal 1/4th cup
Finely Chopped Onion 1-2 no
Finely Chopped Corriander Leaves
Finely Chopped Curry Leaves
Finely Chopped Dill Leaves(Sabaski Soppu) 1/4th cup
Salt 1 tsp
Chilli Paste 1-2 tsp
Cumin Seeds 1/2tsp
Ginger Garlic Paste 1 tsp
Oil for frying

Method

• Soak urad, channa and moong dals for atleast 2 hrs
  
• Drain out water from the dals and blend them all into a coarse mix. Do not add water. Water content in soaked dals is enough for the mixture
• Now in a bowl take blended dals and all the above ingredients(except oil), mix well
• Heat oil in a pan for deep frying masala vada
  
• Make flat dumplings from the mix and deep fry in medium flame till they turn golden brown color and crispy
• Now masala vada is ready to serve.
  
• Hot masala vadas are served with coconut chutney or tomato ketchup.

This can be served as a starter to lunch/dinner or as a evening snack.