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A crispy, savory fritter from Maharashtra made with ground field beans (val), ginger, garlic, and green chilies. A perfect tea-time snack that's crunchy outside and soft inside.
For 4 servings
Soak and Peel the Beans
Grind the Batter
Prepare the Vada Mixture
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A crispy, savory fritter from Maharashtra made with ground field beans (val), ginger, garlic, and green chilies. A perfect tea-time snack that's crunchy outside and soft inside.
This maharashtrian recipe takes 55 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 353.24 calories per serving with 17.51g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for snack or appetizer.
Shape and Deep Fry the Vadas
Serve
Add 1 finely chopped small onion or 2 tablespoons of finely chopped dill leaves (shepu) to the batter for a different flavor profile.
Mix in 1 tablespoon of coarse rice flour to the batter for extra crispiness.
Reduce the number of green chillies or deseed them before grinding for a milder version of the vade.
Field beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein, which is essential for muscle building, tissue repair, and overall body function.
These vadas are packed with dietary fiber from the beans, which aids in digestion, promotes a feeling of fullness, and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
The complex carbohydrates and iron in field beans provide a sustained release of energy, helping to combat fatigue.
Valvalche Vade are traditional savory fritters from Maharashtra, India. They are made from a coarse batter of soaked and peeled field beans (val), flavored with ginger, garlic, green chillies, and spices, and then deep-fried until crispy.
Valvalche Vade can be part of a balanced diet. The main ingredient, field beans, is a great source of plant-based protein and fiber. However, since they are deep-fried, they are high in calories and fat. For a healthier option, you can try pan-frying or using an air fryer, though the texture will be different.
One serving of Valvalche Vade (approximately 5 pieces or 185g) contains around 350-400 calories. The exact number can vary based on the amount of oil absorbed during frying and the size of the vadas.
Yes, you can make them in an air fryer for a lower-fat version. Preheat your air fryer to 190°C (375°F). Brush the vadas lightly with oil and air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. They will be drier and less crispy than the deep-fried version.
This usually happens for two reasons: either the batter was too thin and watery, or the oil temperature was too low. Ensure your batter is thick and coarse, and fry the vadas in medium-hot oil to create a crispy seal that prevents them from absorbing excess oil.
Yes, peeling the beans is a crucial step for authentic Valvalche Vade. The skin can make the vadas tough and slightly bitter. Peeling them results in a vada that is wonderfully soft and fluffy on the inside.