Bihari Chana Dal Bonda
Crispy, golden-brown lentil fritters spiced with fiery green chillies and fresh coriander. Served hot with a tangy, aromatic mint chutney.
35min
Total Time
4
Servings
Bihari
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Coarsely grind the soaked chana dal without adding water to retain a grainy texture.
2
Transfer the ground dal to a mixing bowl and add chopped onions, green chillies, ginger, and coriander leaves.
3
Mix in cumin seeds, asafoetida, and salt, combining everything thoroughly by hand.
4
Heat mustard oil in a deep kadhai over medium-high heat until it smokes slightly.
5
Shape small portions of the dal mixture into round patties or balls with wet hands.
6
Carefully drop the balls into the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding.
7
Fry on medium heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
8
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on paper towels before serving hot.
Ingredients
1 cup chana dal soaked for 4 hours and drained
1 medium onion finely chopped
2 green chillies finely chopped
1 inch ginger grated
2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
Salt to taste
Mustard oil for deep frying
*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies.