Description
A crispy, savory lentil and onion fritter. Made by coarsely grinding soaked red lentils, mixing with massive onions, and deep-frying. Another Iftar staple.
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Masoor dal(Red lentils)
- Red onion(Lots)
- Green chili
- Salt
- Coriander(Fresh)
Instructions
- Soak red lentils, grind coarsely.
- Mix with minced onion, green chili, salt.
- Form into bite-sized balls and deep-fry.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Green chili、Roasted lentil aroma
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Onion, Chickpea paste
Pairing
Chai / Muri
Trivia
Uses absolutely no flour as a binder; purely the stickiness of the lentil paste, making it an ultimate gluten-free lentil snack.
Eating tips & etiquette
Eat hot straight with fingers. The ultimate companion for evening Chai, often paired with Beguni.
Allergen
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