Baked Masala Vada Recipe -Indian Falafel



Ingredients

  • 1 cup chana dal or use any combination of chana dal, toor dal , moong dal, masoor dal. Black chana, Black eyed peas etc will also work
  • 2 green chilies finely chopped
  • 2 red chillies crushed
  • 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp grated garlic
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 10 to 12 curry leaves finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 10 or 12 Mint leaves finely chopped
  • 1/3 tsp or more salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp oil
Method

  • Wash and Soak dals in warm water for 4 hours or overnight. Drain well.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F
  • Use a food processor or blender and process to a coarse puree. Use a few teaspoons of water if needed. Use as little water as possible. Ginger, garlic and fennel seeds can be added in the processor.
  • Transfer mixture to a bowl and fold in the rest of the ingredients and oil. Shape the mixture into 2 to 3 inch size flat rounds and place on parchment paper lined baking sheet. Use oiled or wet hands to shape.
  • Brush oil on top. Bake for 16 to 20 minutes or until golden brown on top. Flip and bake for a few minutes longer if necessary. Bake till the desired color is achieved.
  • Serve with coconut chutney or hot and sweet ketchup. They can be baked ahead and refrigerated. Reheat and serve.

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