Perfect with a cup of hot tea, these crunchy onion vadas are easy to make and packed with bold South Indian flavours.
Ingredients
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 1 cup gram flour (besan)
- 2 green chillies, finely chopped
- 8–10 curry leaves, chopped
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- ¼ tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 2–3 tbsp water (if needed)
- Oil, for deep frying
Preparation
- Place the sliced onions in a bowl. Add salt and gently squeeze with your hands. Let them rest for 10 minutes to release moisture.
- Add the gram flour, green chillies, curry leaves, red chilli powder, and turmeric powder.
- Mix everything well until the onions are evenly coated. Sprinkle 4–5 tablespoons of water only if needed to bring the mixture together.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Take small portions of the mixture, shape them lightly into rough patties and carefully slide them into the hot oil.
- Fry in batches for 3–4 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove the vadas with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot.
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