Low Sodium Paruppu Vada
Delightfully crispy and packed with flavor, Low Sodium Paruppu Vada is a healthy twist on the traditional South Indian lentil fritters. Made with coarsely ground chana dal (split chickpeas) and infused with aromatic curry leaves, fennel seeds, and a hint of asafoetida, this recipe brings bold flavors without relying heavily on salt. Finely chopped onions, green chilies, and ginger add texture and zest, while rice flour ensures a perfect crunch when deep-fried to golden perfection. Ideal for health-conscious food lovers, this low-sodium snack pairs wonderfully with coconut chutney or a tangy yogurt dip, making it an irresistible addition to your teatime menu. Quick to prepare and sure to please, these crispy vadas are a must-try for anyone craving traditional flavors with a nutritious twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Chana Dal (split chickpeas)
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 2 finely chopped Green Chilies
- 1 inch piece, finely chopped Ginger
- 10 leaves, finely chopped Curry Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Asafoetida
- 0.5 teaspoon, coarsely ground Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Rice Flour
- for deep frying Oil
- as needed Salt Substitute (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and soak the chana dal in water for about 2 hours. Drain well.
Reserve 2 tablespoons of soaked chana dal and set aside. Grind the remaining dal to a coarse batter without adding water.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground dal with the reserved whole dal, chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, fennel seeds, asafoetida, black pepper, and rice flour.
Mix thoroughly; if using a salt substitute, add as required and mix again.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat.
Take small portions of the mixture, form into flat discs and carefully slide into the hot oil.
Fry several vadas at a time, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Flip occasionally, frying until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Remove the vadas and drain excess oil on paper towels.
Serve the Low Sodium Paruppu Vada hot with coconut chutney or a yogurt dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 236.6 g | 303% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 62 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.6 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.9 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 213 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2904 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
