Description
Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these Mixed Dal Patties are made from a blend of soaked lentils, spices, and herbs. They’re the perfect wholesome snack or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup Split Yellow Moong Dal
- ¼ cup Split Chana Dal
- ¼ cup Split Urad Dal
- ¼ cup Split Masoor Dal
- 1 Green Chili, finely chopped
- 1 inch Ginger, grated
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup Fresh Coriander Leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
- ½ tsp Red Chili Flakes
- Salt to taste
- Oil for shallow frying
Instructions
- Soak all lentils in water for at least 4 hours. Drain completely.
- Grind the soaked lentils coarsely with green chili, ginger, and garlic. Do not make a fine paste.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Add onion, coriander leaves, cumin seeds, red chili flakes, and salt. Mix well.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a thin layer of oil for shallow frying.
- Shape the lentil mixture into small patties, flattening them gently with your hands.
- Place patties into hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side.
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with chutney.
Notes
- Keep your hands slightly wet while shaping the patties to prevent sticking.
- Add rice flour or semolina for an extra crispy crust.
- You can freeze shaped patties for future use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: dal patties, vegan snack, Indian street food, lentil fritters, mixed dal recipe