Udida Ghari

This is a split skinless black gram or dhuli urad dal dumpling which is similar to the popular medu vada. This is the way the Konkani people make the gharis which are served with cup of hot coffee. Crisp and flavourful they are a delight to eat.

By Sanjeev Kapoor 04 Aug 2024 in Recipes Konkani

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Main ingredients	Split skinless black gram (dhuli urad dal), Red chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Cumin seeds, Crushed black peppercorns, Asafoetida, Curry leaves, Oil
Cuisine	Konkani
Course	Snack
Prep time	5-6 hours
Cook time	10-15 minutes
Serve	4
Taste	Savoury
Level of cooking	Easy
Others	Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 cup split skinless black gram (dhuli urad dal), soaked for 5-6 hours and drained
1 teaspoon red chilli powder
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
½ teaspoon crushed black peppercorns
¼ teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
Salt to taste
12 curry leaves, shredded
Oil to deep fry
Green chutney for serving

Method

Transfer half the drained dal in a blender jar. Grind to a coarse paste and transfer into a large mixing bowl.
Transfer the remaining dal in the same blender jar. Add 5 tablespoons water and grind to a smooth and fluffy batter. Transfer into the same bowl and beat well with hands.
Add red chilli powder, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, crushed black peppercorns, asafoetida, salt and curry leaves and mix till well combined.
Heat sufficient oil in a kadai. Slide in small portions of the ground batter and deep-fry on medium heat till golden brown and crisp. Drain on absorbent paper.
Arrange on a serving platter and serve hot with green chutney.

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