South Indian Lentil Fritters
Crispy, golden lentil fritters with a soft, fluffy center, served with a fresh green chutney. A quick and satisfying snack or breakfast.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 1 cup urad dal (split black gram)
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup green chutney
- 2 cups oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Soak the 1 cup urad dal in water for 4 hours, then drain well. (If short on time, soak in hot water for 1 hour.)
- 2
Blend the drained dal with 0.5 cup water and 1 teaspoon salt into a thick, smooth batter. It should be fluffy and hold its shape when dropped from a spoon.
- 3
Heat 2 cups oil in a deep pan over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles and floats, about 350°F. Wet your hands, take a golf-ball-sized portion of batter, and shape into a round patty with a hole in the center.
- 4
Carefully slide 3-4 patties into the hot oil. Fry, turning once, until deep golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve hot with 0.5 cup green chutney on the side for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- blender or food processor
- deep skillet or pot
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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