How to Make Sabudana Vada with a Healthy Twist
Sabudana Vada is a popular Indian snack that originates from Maharashtra. Sabudana Vada is a crispy and crunchy snack that is typically served with green chutney or sweet curd. We will tell you how to make sabudana vada at home. Basically, this delicious snack is made with sabudana (tapioca pearls), potatoes, roasted peanuts and spices.
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Sabudana Vada is a popular dish during religious festivals such as Navratri, as it is a dish that can be consumed during fasting. It is also a favorite snack during monsoons and is served hot with a cup of tea.
Overall, Sabudana Vada is a tasty and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed by all.
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About Sabudana Vada Recipe :
The recipe for Sabudana Vada is simple and easy to follow. Soaking the sabudana is the most time-consuming part of the recipe, but in this recipe given by us, you will not need to soak sabudana.
Sabudana Vada can be deep-fried or air-fried, depending on your preference.
Here we have explained in detail how to make Sabudana Vada.
INGREDIENTS :
- 1 Cup Sabudana/Sago
- 2 chopped Potatoes
- 2-3 Green Chili
- Water as Required
- Coriander leaves
- Crushed Black Pepper powder as per Taste
- Rock Salt/Sendha Namak as per Taste
- Oil for Frying
How to make Sabudana Vada?
Firstly, put 1 cup Sabudana into the pan and roast them dry for 4 to 5 minutes on a low flame. After roasting, let it cool down completely.
Then put the sabudana in a mixer jar and grind it.
Now, in another mixer jar, add 2 chopped potatoes, 2-3 green chilies, and water according to requirement and grind them properly to make a paste.
Now put the Sabudana Powder in this mixer jar and grind it again. Due to this, it will be grounded properly and it will also mix well.
Take out this mixture in a bowl and keep it for 10 to 15 minutes to rest.
Then add coriander leaves, crushed black pepper powder, and rock salt according to your taste.
After this, add water according to the requirement and mix it properly. The consistency of this mixture has to be kept perfect.
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the vadas in the pan.
Fry them until they turn golden brown on all sides.
Sabudana Vada is ready. Serve the sabudana vada hot with green chutney or tomato ketchup or sweet curd.
Tips for Making Sabudana Vada
- Once the mixture is prepared, rest it for 10 to 15 minutes before shaping it into vadas. This will help the mixture to set and make it easier to shape.
- Roasting the peanuts enhances their flavor and gives the Sabudana Vada a nice crunch. Coarsely grind the roasted peanuts and add them to the mixture.
- You can also add finely chopped green chilies, carrots, onion and ginger-garlic paste, and cumin seeds to the mixture to give it a nice spicy flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Sabudana Vada healthy?
No, Sabudana Vada is not considered to be a very healthy snack due to its high carbohydrate and calorie content and low protein content.
How to prevent Sabudana Vada from breaking?
To prevent Sabudana Vada from breaking, use mashed potatoes that are cooked and cooled, use a binding agent like arrowroot powder or cornstarch, shape the vadas gently, and fry them on medium flame until they are golden brown and crispy.
How to make sabudana vada without absorbing oil?
To make Sabudana Vada without absorbing oil, add arrowroot powder or cornstarch to the potato mixture, use a non-stick pan for shallow frying, heat the oil properly before frying, and place the vadas on a paper towel after frying to absorb excess oil.
Who should not eat sabudana?
Sabudana is not recommended for people with diabetes or those following a low-carb diet due to its high carbohydrate content. It is also not recommended for people with digestive issues, as it can be difficult to digest. Pregnant women and young children should consume it in moderation as it is a heavy food that can cause bloating and indigestion.
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How to Make Sabudana Vada with a Healthy Twist
Course: SnacksCuisine: IndianDifficulty: Easy6
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minutesSabudana Vada is a popular Indian snack that originates from Maharashtra. Sabudana Vada is a crispy and crunchy snack that is typically served with green chutney or sweet curd. We will tell you how to make sabudana vada at home.
Ingredients :
1 Cup Sabudana/Sago
2 chopped Potatoes
2-3 Green Chili
Water as Required
Coriander leaves
Crushed Black Pepper powder as per Taste
Rock Salt/Sendha Namak as per Taste
Oil for Frying
Directions
- Firstly, put 1 cup Sabudana into the pan and roast them dry for 4 to 5 minutes on a low flame. After roasting, let it cool down completely.
- Then put the sabudana in a mixer jar and grind it.
- Now, in another mixer jar, add 2 chopped potatoes, 2-3 green chili, and water according to requirement and grind them properly to make a paste.
- Now put the Sabudana Powder in this mixer jar and grind it again. Due to this, it will be grounded properly and it will also mix well.
- Take out this mixture in a bowl and keep it for 10 to 15 minutes to rest.
- Then add Coriander leaves, crushed black pepper powder, and rock salt according to your taste.
- After this, add water according to the requirement and mix it properly. The consistency of this mixture has to be kept perfect.
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the vadas in the pan.
- Fry them until they turn golden brown on all sides.
- Sabudana Vada is ready. Serve the sabudana vada hot with green chutney or tomato ketchup or sweet curd.
Notes
- Once the mixture is prepared, rest it for 10 to 15 minutes before shaping it into vadas. This will help the mixture to set and make it easier to shape.
- Roasting the peanuts enhances their flavor and gives the Sabudana Vada a nice crunch. Coarsely grind the roasted peanuts and add them to the mixture.
- You can also add finely chopped green chilies, carrots, onion and ginger-garlic paste, and cumin seeds to the mixture to give it a nice spicy flavor.
