Dairy-Free Paruppu Vada

Crispy, golden, and bursting with South Indian flavors, Dairy-Free Paruppu Vada is the perfect snack or appetizer for any occasion. Made from protein-rich chana dal (split chickpeas), these lentil fritters are blended with bold aromatics like ginger, green chilies, curry leaves, and fennel seeds, creating an irresistible combination of textures and spices. Completely dairy-free and naturally gluten-free, this recipe ensures everyone can enjoy its crunchy charm. These fritters are fried to perfection and pair beautifully with coconut chutney or your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you're craving a savory tea-time treat or a crowd-pleasing party snack, Dairy-Free Paruppu Vada delivers hearty, flavorful goodness in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 1 large Onion, finely chopped
• 2 pieces Green chilies, finely chopped
• 10 leaves Curry leaves, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Fennel seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 2 cups Oil for deep frying
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the chana dal thoroughly under cold water and soak it in enough water for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 2

Drain the soaked chana dal and transfer half of it to a food processor. Grind to a coarse paste without adding any water.

Step 3

Add the remaining chana dal to the coarse paste and blend lightly to just crush it slightly. Avoid making a smooth paste to maintain texture.

Step 4

Transfer the ground dal to a mixing bowl and add onions, green chilies, curry leaves, ginger, cumin seeds, fennel seeds, asafoetida, salt, and baking soda. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Add water sparingly, just enough to help the mixture bind together. The mixture should be firm, not too wet.

Step 6

Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. Test the oil temperature by dropping a small piece of batter into it. It should sizzle and rise to the top gradually.

Step 7

Grease your hands with a little oil and take a small portion of the dal mixture. Shape it into a small, flat disc, about 2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.

Step 8

Gently slide the prepared vada into the hot oil. Fry a few vadas at a time without overcrowding the pan.

Step 9

Fry them until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Serve the dairy-free paruppu vada hot with coconut chutney or tomato ketchup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(892.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5007.0

Total Fat 486.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2743.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 142.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 41.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 217.1mg	0%
Iron 12.9mg	0%
Potassium 2171.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.6%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 11.1%