Himachali Sepu Vadi

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Himachali Sepu Vadi

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :8 Hr 0 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 8 Hr 20 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 1/2 cup urad dal (split black gram lentil), soaked overnight


  • 1


  • 1/2 tsp. salt or to taste


  • 1/2 tsp. coriander seeds


  • 1/2 tsp. fennel seeds


  • 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds


  • 1/2 tsp. peppercorns


  • 2 whole red chilies, broken


  • 2 cups oil

Directions

  • Dry roast coriander seeds, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, peppercorns and dry red chilies for a few seconds. Cool and grind into a fine powder.
  • Grind the soaked and drained dal along with ginger into a paste. (Do not add any water). To it add 1 tsp. of the powdered spice and salt. Mix well.
  • Spread it on a greased steel plate and steam for 10 minutes. Set aside to cool. Then cut into desired shapes.
  • Heat oil in a pan and deep fry them in batches to a light golden colour. Drain on a kitchen towel and keep aside to cool.
  • Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen for a later use.