Crispy & Best Moong Dal Pakoda (Moong Dal Vada)

Soak 1 cup yellow moong dal in water for 4-5 hours

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Once soaked, it will double in size. Drain the water.

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In a blender add, ginger, green chillies, black pepper corns, cumin seeds & moong dal

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Without adding water grind to a coarse paste.

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Now grind the soaked moong dal by adding little water.

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Grind moong dal to a coarse paste.

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Add the grounded masala, salt, curry leaves, hing & turmeric powder.

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Mix the spices with the pakoda batter

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Deep fry the pakodas on medium to high flame.

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Fry the pakodas till they are golden brown in colour.

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Serve with fried & salted green chillies. Serve hot.

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