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Crispy Vazhaipoo Vada
A wholesome Indian recipe crafted for health-conscious eating: nutritious, delicious, and easy to make at home.
⏱30 minsPrep Time
🔥25 minsCook Time
⏰55 minsTotal Time
👥4Serves
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Chopped banana flower mixed into spiced dal batter and shallow-fried or air-fried — a protein-forward South Indian vada.
Ingredients
How to Make It
1
Grind soaked dal coarse; mix flower and spices.
2
Shape vadas; shallow-fry or air-fry until crisp.
3
Serve with chutney.
Nutrition per serving
210kcal
Protein9g
Carbohydrates22g
Fat10g
Fibre6g
* Approximate values per serving
Health Benefits
Dal protein plus banana flower fibre. Air-frying cuts classic deep-fry oil.
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Pro Tips
- →Clean flower thoroughly; soak in turmeric-curd water.
- →Don’t grind dal to paste.
- →Medium heat.
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Variations
- 1Add coconut.
- 2Skip onion for satvik.
Frequently Asked Questions
Remove stamens; soak well.
Batter too wet — drain flower.
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