THAIR VADAI (CURD VADAI)

Preparation Method :

• Soak the black gram dal in 2 cups of water for 2 hours. Drain off excess water, completely.
• Grind the black gram dal to a fine batter, add 4 green chillies and salt to taste.
• Grind the coconut with the remaining green chillies and cumin seeds to a fine paste. Stir the paste into the curd. Mix in the salt.
• Heat the oil and add all the ingredients for tempering. When the mustard seeds splutter, add to the curd mixture and set aside.
• Heat oil in a kadhai or wok. Wet both your hands. Take a ladle of batter and place it on the palm of your left hand.
• Flatten the batter and make a hole in the centre. Slip the batter gently into the oil.
• Fry till golden brown and crisp. Drain on a sheet of kitchen paper.
• Arrange the vadai in a bowl and pour the curd mixture over them.
• Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.