Crispy Indian Pecan Vada
A unique twist on the traditional Indian vada, this recipe adds the crunch of pecans and a hint of sweetness.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup yellow split chickpeasmake sure they are dried
- ●1/2 cup crunchy pecanschopped
- ●1 tsp indian spicesmix of cumin, coriander, and turmeric
- ●1 cup vada batterstore-bought or homemade
- ●to taste salt
- ●as needed water
- ●for frying oil
Instructions
- 1
Soak the yellow split chickpeas in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then mash them in a bowl using a fork or a potato masher.
- 3
Add the crushed pecans, indian spices, and vada batter to the bowl. Mix well.
- 4
Add salt to taste and mix again.
- 5
Gradually add water to the bowl to achieve the right consistency for forming vadas.
- 6
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
- 7
Using a spoon, drop small amounts of the vada mixture into the hot oil.
- 8
Fry the vadas until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- 9
Remove the vadas from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 10
Serve the crispy Indian pecan vadas hot with your favorite chutney or sauce.