Servings: 10 to 12 fritters
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried red lentils
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 2-3 green chilies adjust as per taste
- 2 tsp ginger paste
- 1 tsp salt adjust as per taste
- ¼ cup cilantro finely chopped
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Wash and soak the red lentils for 30 minutes to one hour. Once soaked, rinse it in fresh running water.
- Take the soaked lentils in a blender and grind them into a thick paste using minimal water. Start with ¼ cup of water and add 1-2 tablespoons more only if needed.
- Transfer the paste to a mixing bowl and add onion, cilantro, ginger, turmeric, and salt. Mix well and aerate the batter with your hands.
- Take oil for deep frying in a saucepan and place it on medium heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small portion of the batter. It should sizzle and rise to the top immediately.
- Take a small portion of the batter (1-2 tablespoons) and drop it carefully in hot oil.
- Fry them until they are golden and crispy on all sides. This can take 4-5 minutes. Do not disturb them for the first minute. Once they begin to become brown, carefully flip them.
- Transfer them to a plate lined with paper towel. Serve warm with ketchup or any dip of your choice.
Notes
- Ensure the red lentils are soaked adequately before grinding. This helps in achieving the right texture.
- A food processor works best for grinding the lentils as we need a thick and slightly coarse paste.
- Make it your own with additional spices or herbs to customize the flavor profile. Cumin, coriander, or a pinch of garam masala can add a hint of complexity to the fritters.
Nutrition
Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 265mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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