Bihari Chana Dal Bada with Pudina Chutney
Crispy and flavorful lentil fritters from Bihar, packed with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, served hot with a zesty mint chutney for a delightful snack.
50min
Total Time
4
Servings
Bihari
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Drain the soaked chana dal completely, ensuring no excess water remains.
2
Coarsely grind the dal in a food processor without adding any water.
3
Transfer the ground dal to a mixing bowl and add chopped onions, green chillies, ginger-garlic paste, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander leaves, and salt.
4
Mix everything thoroughly to combine the spices evenly with the lentil paste.
5
Heat mustard oil in a heavy-bottomed kadhai over medium-high heat until smoking point, then lower the heat slightly.
6
Take small portions of the mixture, shape them into flat round patties, and gently slide them into the hot oil.
7
Fry the badas in batches on medium heat until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides.
8
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels.
9
Serve hot immediately with fresh green mint chutney.
Ingredients
1 cup chana dal (split bengal gram), soaked for 4 hours
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 green chillies, chopped
1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder
A handful of fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
Mustard oil for deep frying
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.