Sabudana Vada is a popular Indian snack made with soaked tapioca pearls, mashed potatoes, and an array of aromatic spices. These crispy and delicious vadas have a golden-brown exterior and a soft, flavorful interior. With their unique texture and mouthwatering taste, Sabudana Vadas are often enjoyed during fasting periods or as a delightful snack any time of the day. Whether you're craving a traditional Indian treat or looking for a tasty snack to please your taste buds, Sabudana Vada is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Easy-to-Make Sabudana Vada Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup tapioca, soaked
- 2 large boiled and mashed potatoes
- 1 1/2 inch ginger, finely chopped (optional)
- 4 green chilies, finely chopped
- 10-12 curry leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, ground
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- A pinch of baking soda
- Oil for frying
For sweet yogurt:
- 1 cup yogurt, beaten
- 1 1/2 tablespoon sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 1 small raw mango, peeled, grated
For garnish:
- Yogurt
- Red chili powder
- Coriander chutney
Process For Making Sabudana Vada
For soaked tapioca:
- First, wash the tapioca thoroughly.
- Then, soak it in 3/4 cup of water for 6-8 hours.
For sweet yogurt:
In a bowl, combine yogurt, sugar, salt, and mashed raw mango. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
For vada:
- In a bowl, combine soaked tapioca, mashed potatoes, chopped ginger, green chili, curry leaves, crushed peanuts, cumin seeds, salt to taste, yogurt, fresh coriander, and baking soda. Mix everything well and knead into a dough.
- Heat oil in a deep pan for frying and keep another bowl of water nearby. Take small portions of the dough and shape them into small, round discs, making a hole in the center.
- Fry these discs in medium-hot oil until they turn golden brown on both sides.
- Remove excess oil by placing the fried vadas on absorbent paper.
- Serve hot with sweet yogurt.