Low Sodium Sabudana Vada

Indulge in the crispy delight of Low Sodium Sabudana Vada, a heart-healthy twist on the classic Indian snack. These golden, crunchy tapioca pearl fritters are crafted with tender boiled potatoes, roasted peanuts, and fragrant cumin seeds, all brought together with a subtle kick from green chilies and ginger. A sprinkle of low sodium salt substitute keeps the flavors balanced while catering to dietary needs. Perfectly spiced and fried to perfection, these vadas make an irresistible treat served with low-sodium chutney or creamy yogurt. Ideal for fasting days or as a guilt-free snack, this recipe is a wholesome, flavorful option that doesn’t compromise on taste or texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:240 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:270 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sabudana (tapioca pearls)
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 0.5 cup Peanuts
• 2 small Green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 10 leaves Curry leaves
• 2 tablespoons Coriander leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Rice flour
• 1 teaspoon Low sodium salt substitute
• 1 cup Oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sabudana thoroughly in cold water until the water is clear. Soak the sabudana in a bowl with 1 cup of water for about 4 hours or until they are soft and can be easily mashed between your fingers.

Step 2

Boil the potatoes until they are tender. Peel and mash them, then set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a dry pan, roast the peanuts on a low flame until they are golden brown. Allow them to cool, then remove the skins and coarsely grind them.

Step 4

Finely chop the green chilies, ginger, and coriander leaves.

Step 5

Once the sabudana is soaked, drain any excess water and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 6

Add the mashed potatoes, ground peanuts, chopped green chilies, ginger, cumin seeds, curry leaves, coriander leaves, lemon juice, rice flour, and low sodium salt substitute. Mix everything well until the mixture is cohesive and holds shape.

Step 7

Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into flat patties about 2 inches in diameter.

Step 8

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. To check if the oil is hot enough, drop a small portion of the mixture into the oil. If it rises to the surface quickly, the oil is ready.

Step 9

Gently slide in a few patties at a time into the hot oil. Fry them until they turn golden brown and crisp on both sides, turning occasionally.

Step 10

Remove the vadas from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the Low Sodium Sabudana Vada hot with a side of low-sodium chutney or yogurt.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3599.5

Total Fat 261.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 379.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 299.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 31.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202.6mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 4362.7mg	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: 64.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 32.5%