Paleo Masala Vada
Enjoy a healthy twist on a classic South Indian snack with this Paleo Masala Vada! Packed with wholesome ingredients like chickpea flour, aromatic curry leaves, and a burst of spices from cumin, fennel, turmeric, and chili, these golden fritters are irresistibly flavorful and completely grain-free. Perfect for those following a Paleo lifestyle, this recipe features shallow frying in coconut oil for that satisfying crunch without compromising on clean eating. Serve these crispy vadas hot with your favorite chutney or dip for a mouthwatering appetizer, snack, or side dish that’s both nourishing and gluten-free. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you'll have a deliciously spiced treat that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chickpea flour
- 1 medium, finely chopped onion
- 2 finely chopped green chilies
- 1 inch, grated ginger
- 10 leaves, chopped curry leaves
- 0.5 cup, finely chopped coriander leaves
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili powder
- 0.75 cup water
- for frying coconut oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpea flour, finely chopped onion, green chilies, grated ginger, chopped curry leaves, and coriander leaves.
Add cumin seeds, fennel seeds, salt, turmeric powder, and red chili powder to the mixture.
Gradually add water to the flour and spice mixture, stirring continuously to form a smooth, thick batter. The batter should be thick enough to hold its shape when formed into patties.
Heat coconut oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Ensure there is enough oil for shallow frying.
Take a small portion of the batter, approximately the size of a golf ball, and flatten it gently between your palms to form a patty.
Carefully place the formed vada into the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry the vada on one side for about 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown, then flip and fry the other side for an additional 2 to 3 minutes.
Once cooked, remove the vada from the pan and drain them on a paper towel to remove excess oil.
Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Serve hot with your favorite chutney or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.9 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 523 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 551 mg | 12% | |
*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.
