Black chana masala vadai| vegan snacks recipe| in two different methods|cravingcreations

Описание: CRISPY BLACK CHANA MASALA VADAI

South Indian Snack | High Protein | Vegan

Ingredients:

2 cups black chana (soaked overnight)

2 large onions, finely chopped

Salt to taste

A few curry leaves, finely chopped

2 green chillies, chopped

6 garlic cloves, crushed

1 tsp fennel seeds

2 tbsp rice flour

Oil (for deep frying or brushing while baking/air frying)

Instructions:

1. Grind Chana:
Drain the soaked black chana and grind it into a coarse mixture without adding water.


2. Mix Dough:
Transfer the ground chana into a bowl. Add chopped onions, green chillies, curry leaves, crushed garlic, fennel seeds, rice flour, and salt.
Mix everything well to form a tight dough. Do not add water to bind.


3. Shape the Vadai:
Take small portions and shape into flat discs.


Cooking methods:

🔥 Deep Frying Method:

1. Heat oil in a pan.

2. Drop vadai gently one by one into hot oil.

3. Don’t overcrowd the pan.

4. Fry on medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

5. Drain on a paper towel. Serve hot.


🔥 Baking / Air Frying Method:

1. Preheat oven/air fryer to 200°C (392°F).

2. Place the vadai on a tray, brush or spray some oil on both sides.

3. Bake for 14 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with oil again.

4. Serve warm.