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Green Gram Vada

Green Gram vada

Looking for a crispy, flavorful, and healthy snack? This green gram vada (Pesara Garelu) is just what you need! Made with protein-rich moong dal and aromatic spices, this deep-fried delight is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. 

It’s a perfect tea-time snack or an addition to your festive platter. 

Let’s get cooking!

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Rest Time 10 hrs
Total Time 10 hrs 30 mins
Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 180
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Winter
Dietary: Vegetarian
Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups green gram
  • 1 rock salt
  • 1 onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 green chilies (adjust to taste)
  • 1 small piece ginger (finely chopped)
  • 1 handfull of curry leaves
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 handful of coriander leaves (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt (as per the needed)
  • 1 cup oil (for deep frying)
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Soak green gram

    Soak green gram in water for at least 10 hours or overnight. This allows it to expand and soften.

  2. 2
    Chop ingredientsFinely chop onion, green chilies, ginger, and coriander leaves. Keep curry leaves whole.
    3. Method
  3. 3
    Grind green gramMixture of ground green gram with spices in a bowl

    Transfer half of the soaked green gram to a mixer jar. Add rock salt and grind in pulse mode without adding water. Scrape down the sides to get a coarse batter.

  4. 4
    Grind remaining gram with spicesAdd the remaining soaked green gram along with onion, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds. Grind coarsely without water.
  5. 5
    Combine and mixBatter mixed with coriander leaves in a bowlMix both batches of batter together in a bowl. Stir in chopped coriander leaves and adjust salt if needed.
  6. 6
    Shape vadaHand shaping vada batter on a banana leafTake small portions of the batter, shape into vada using your hands or a banana leaf. Flatten slightly.
  7. 7
    Heat oilHeat oil in a kadai on medium flame until hot enough for deep frying.
  8. 8
    Deep fry vadaCrispy golden brown vada frying in hot oilCarefully drop vada into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crisp. Fry in batches without overcrowding.
  9. 9
    Drain excess oilRemove the fried vada and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
  10. 10
    ServePlated green gram vada with chutneyServe hot and crispy with chutney or enjoy as is!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Sodium 320mg14%
Potassium 280mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 2g
Protein 7g15%
Vitamin A 210 IU
Vitamin C 4 mg
Calcium 45 mg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 40 mg
Zinc 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Green Gram Vada, healthy snacks, Pesara Garelu

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Hema Subramanian
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A passionate home chef, food enthusiast, and the creative force behind Home Cooking Show!

Most days, you’ll find me in the kitchen, experimenting with new flavors, recreating traditional favorites, and sharing my love for cooking with the world. From comforting home-cooked meals to festive delicacies, I believe food brings people together and creates cherished memories.