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Sabudana Vada

sabudana vada

Sabudana vada is a crispy, golden-brown delight that makes for a perfect evening snack or fasting recipe. 

Made with sago pearls, potatoes, and peanuts, these crunchy patties are light yet filling. 

Whether you're observing a fast or simply craving a crunchy treat, this easy sabudana vada recipe is a must-try. 

Serve them hot with chutney or ketchup and enjoy the perfect tea-time snack!

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Cooking Method:
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: 1
Calories: 210
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Gluten Free, High-Fiber, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description

Sabudana Vada is a popular Indian snack that's crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Made with soaked sabudana (sago pearls), mashed potatoes, roasted peanuts, and a few simple spices, these vadas are especially enjoyed during fasting days (vrat) like Navratri. They're naturally gluten-free and can be easily made vegan. Whether you're fasting or just craving something crispy and comforting with your evening chai, sabudana vadas hit the spot every single time. Serve them hot with some chutney or ketchup and you're all set!

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup sabudana
  • 3 potato
  • 1/2 cup peanut
  • 4 green chilli
  • 1 lemon (juice)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp rock salt
  • 1 handful of coriander leaves
  • oil
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Soak sabudanaSoaked sabudana pearls in a bowl with water

    Soak the sabudana in water overnight. Strain it and set it aside.

  2. 2
    Boil potatoesBoil potatoes until soft, then peel and cube them.
  3. 3
    Roast peanutsDry roast the peanuts in a pan until golden brown.
  4. 4
    Remove peanut skinOnce cooled, rub the peanuts between your palms to remove the skin.
  5. 5
    Grind peanutsGround peanut powder in a small bowlGrind the roasted peanuts coarsely using a mixer.
    6. Method
  6. 6
    Mash potatoes

    In a large bowl, mash the boiled potatoes until smooth.

  7. 7
    Combine ingredientsAdd soaked sabudana, green chilies, lemon juice, cumin seeds, rock salt, roasted peanut powder, and coriander leaves.
  8. 8
    Mix thoroughlyHands mixing sabudana vada doughMash and mix everything together until well combined.
  9. 9
    Shape vadasRound sabudana vadas being shapedDab a little oil on your palms and shape the mixture into small patties.
  10. 10
    Heat oilHeat oil in a kadai for deep frying.
  11. 11
    Fry vadasGently drop the vadas into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.
  12. 12
    Serve hotSabudana vadas served on a plate with chutneyServe crispy sabudana vadas with tomato ketchup or chutney.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 210kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Sodium 380mg16%
Potassium 350mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 1g
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 30 IU
Vitamin C 8 mg
Calcium 22 mg
Iron 1 mg
Magnesium 40 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: Sabudana Vada, Snack, Indian Snack

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