Bara: The Festive Lentil Fritter Secret
🥘 Ingredients
- 1 cupChana dal
- 1–2Green chilies
- 1 tsp, gratedGinger
- 1 small, finely chopped (optional)Onion
- 2 tbsp, choppedCoriander leaves
- to tasteSalt
- for deep fryingOil
👨🍳 Instructions
Soak chana dal for 4–5 hours. Drain completely.
Grind to a coarse paste without adding water (or 1–2 tbsp max).
Mix in chilies, ginger, onion (optional), coriander, and salt.
Heat oil for deep frying on medium. Drop a tiny batter bit—if it rises steadily, oil is ready.
Wet your palm, place a spoonful, flatten slightly, and make a small hole in center (optional).
Slide into oil. Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
Drain on paper. Serve hot with chutney.
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