Preparation / Directions:
(Lentil dumplings in a tangy and spiced curd, served with tamarind chutney)
Time required: 45 minutes plus soaking time
Clean the urad dal and soak in water for two hours. Drain and grind to a fine paste, adding a little water if required. Remove from the mixer. Add salt, cumin seeds, ginger and green chiles. Mix well. Shape into even sized balls.
Heat oil in a kadai and add the prepared balls, a few at a time, using wet hands. Deep fry until golden brown. (Make a hole in the center of the ball with the thumb just before frying). Remove and drain on paper towels.
To prepare the curd mixture: Soak the prepared balls in sufficient lukewarm water until they are soft. Add sugar, salt, cumin powder, black rock salt and white pepper powder to the beaten curd. Mix well.
Remove the bhallas from water, squeeze out excess water and add to the curd mixture. Keep aside for 10 to 15 minutes. Serve chilled, garnished with ginger, green chiles, coriander leaves, chile powder, cumin powder, mint leaves and tamarind chutney. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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