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Alasanda Vada: Indian Black-Eyed Pea Croquette [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
Alasanda vada or black-eyed peas croquettes are a traditional South Indian fried snack. They hold their shape beautifully without the use of flour and are crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. These vada make a wonderful appetizer at any party either on their own or paired with chutney
Ingredients You Need for Alasanda Vada: Indian Black-Eyed Pea Croquette [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
How to Prepare Alasanda Vada: Indian Black-Eyed Pea Croquette [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
- Soak black-eyed peas for 4-6 hours or overnight.
- Drain the water thoroughly, making sure that there's no excess water left, otherwise, the batter might get too watery.
- Grind black-eyed peas along with green chilies, ginger, garlic, cilantro, and salt into a coarse paste without adding any water. The mixture should hold its shape when squeezed.
- Heat oil for deep-frying.
- Take a small lime-sized portion of the batter, lightly pat it down into a disc, and gently place it in the hot oil. Depending on the size of your pan, fry about 4-6 vadas at a time. Make sure not to crowd the pan.
- Fry over medium heat until vadas are golden brown on both sides. Remove with a slotted spoon onto a paper towel-lined plate and repeat with the remaining batter. Serve hot as is or with a chutney.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Veggie Platter.
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