Follow these steps for perfect results
Ginger
Water
as required
Sunflower Oil
for deep frying
Curry leaves
chopped
Green Chillies
chopped
Salt
to taste
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
chopped
Rice flour
Yellow Moong Dal (Split)
White Urad Dal (Split)
Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)
Whole Wheat Flour
Dry grind the dals coarsely and add rice flour.
Mix thoroughly.
Add enough water and make a thick vada/garelu batter along with ginger and green chillies in a grinder.
Add salt, chopped curry leaves, coriander leaves and wheat flour to the prepared batter.
Adjust water only if required; the batter needs to be thick like dough to shape.
Heat oil in a deep frying pan.
Apply a little oil on to a parchment or butter paper.
Take a golf ball sized dough, pat with your fingers on the greased parchment paper to make a disc, and make a hole in the center.
Carefully drop it in hot oil and fry until golden on both sides, flipping as needed.
Repeat to make other garelus.
Drain excess oil on a kitchen towel.
Serve with chutney.
Expert advice for the best results
Soak lentils for at least 4 hours for better grinding.
Ensure the batter is thick for proper shaping.
Fry on medium heat for even cooking.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 mins
Batter can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
Arrange garelu on a plate with chutney in a small bowl.
Serve hot with coconut chutney or tomato chutney.
Spiced tea complements the savory fritters.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A popular snack during festivals and special occasions.
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