Description
A cold North Indian snack soaking fried dumplings (Bhalla) made of mashed Urad Dal in sweetened yogurt (Dahi) flavored with spices.
Restaurants serving Dahi Bhalla
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Urad Dal(Black lentils)
- Plain yogurt
- Tamarind
- Mint
- Sugar
- Cumin powder
- Chili powder
- Black salt
- Salt
- Oil
Instructions
- Soak Urad Dal, puree to a paste, whip in air for fluffiness, and deep-fry into round balls.
- Soak fried balls in lukewarm water to remove oil, squeeze lightly, plate, and pour sweetened plain yogurt generously.
- Drizzle tamarind and mint sauces, sprinkle cumin powder, chili powder, and black salt, then chill to finish.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Savoriness of cumin and unique flavor of black salt
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Ganmodoki (substitute for bean dumplings to soak in yogurt)
Pairing
Masala Chai、Fresh juice
Trivia
[Trend] Almost the same dish as 'Dahi Vada', but called 'Dahi Bhalla' in North India (especially Punjab and Delhi). An auspicious snack essential during festivals (Holi and Diwali).
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Scoop the dumpling—about to crumble after absorbing yogurt to the limit—along with the cold sauce using a spoon!
Allergen
Soy, Dairy