Ready in

35 mins

Cuisine

Indian · South Indian

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Serving

4-6 People

Difficulty

Medium

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal

Spicy Level

Mild
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All Ingredients

For the Kidney Bean Paste

All Ingredients

For the Vada Batter

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Prepare Kidney Beans for Grinding

    Take 1 cup of kidney beans that have been soaked overnight. Drain the water and transfer them into a grinder jar.

  2. Add Spices to Kidney Beans

    To the kidney beans in the grinder, add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin seeds, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 2 garlic cloves, and a 1-inch piece of cinnamon.

  3. Grind to a Smooth Paste

    Grind all the ingredients in the jar to form a smooth paste. Ensure there are no large chunks remaining.

  4. Transfer Paste and Add Vegetables

    Transfer the ground kidney bean paste into a large mixing bowl. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 1/2 cup of finely chopped cabbage, 1/4 cup of finely chopped carrot, and 1/2 cup of finely chopped beans.

  5. Add Dry Spices and Flour

    To the mixture, add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/8 teaspoon of asafoetida, 1/2 teaspoon of garam masala, some curry leaves, 2-3 tablespoons of rice flour, and 1/8 teaspoon of cooking soda.

  6. Mix the Vada Batter

    Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and a uniform batter is formed. The batter should be thick enough to form small balls or patties.

  7. Deep Fry the Vadas

    Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is medium hot, carefully drop small portions of the vada batter into the oil. Fry the vadas until they are crispy and golden brown on all sides.

  8. Remove and Serve

    Once the vadas are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oil using a slotted spoon to drain excess oil. Serve hot.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
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  • No Garlic (fresh)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
    • 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
  • No Onion?

    • 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
    • 3 tbsp dried minced onion
    • Shallots or leeks (1:1)
  • No Asafoetida (hing)?

    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder + 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • No Garam masala?

    • 1 tsp cumin + 1/2 tsp coriander + 1/4 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp cardamom
  • No Curry leaves?

    • 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.

Plan Ahead

Complete this step earlier to save time later.

  • Prepare Kidney Beans for GrindingOvernight

    Take 1 cup of kidney beans that have been soaked overnight. Drain the water and transfer them into a grinder jar.

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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Add other finely chopped vegetables like spinachCustomise

    Bell peppers, or green chilies for different flavors and textures.

  • Adjust the spice levels according

    Adjust the spice levels according to your preference by adding more or less chili powder.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • Cooking tipEnsure the Oil Is at

    Ensure the oil is at medium heat for frying to cook the vadas evenly and achieve a crispy texture.

  • Cooking tipDo Not Overcrowd the Pan

    Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain oil temperature and prevent vadas from sticking.

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