Mullangi Vadai  | Radish Vada 

Mullangi Vadai, or Radish Vada, is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic South Indian vada. This unique recipe combines grated radish (mullangi) with a spiced mixed lentils batter, creating a crispy and wholesome snack. The natural earthy flavor of radish is complemented by the blend of ginger garlic paste, curry leaves, red chillies,  and other spices like fennel seeds , making it a perfect treat for those looking to incorporate vegetables into their meals in a creative way.

Rich in fiber and low in calories, radish adds both taste and nutrition to this dish. Mullangi Vadai is a great choice for tea-time snacks, festive platters, or as an appetizer during celebrations. The crispy texture and mild spiciness make it a crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with coconut chutney or tomato ketchup. Whether you’re a fan of traditional vada or looking for a healthier version, Mullangi Vadai is a recipe worth trying.

Ingredients

Radish( mullangi)-1 cup (shredded)

Bengal gram dhal-1 cup

Toor dhal-1/2 cup

Urud dhal-2 tbsps(optional)

Red chillies- 6-8 nos

Ginger garlic paste-1 tsp

Fennel seeds-1 tbsp

Curry leaves and coriander leaves few chopped fine

Salt to taste

Oil for deep frying

Method

👉Wash and soak the dhals together for 30 mins.

👉Drain the water completely from the dhal and grind it coarsely along with ginger garlic paste, red chillies, salt.DONOT ADD WATER FOR GRINDING.
👉Now squeeze the water from the grated radish completely by pressing between your fingers.

👉Add the radish to the ground dhal and just whip it once in the mixie.(DoNotGrind).

👉Transfer the mixture to a bowl add chopped curry leaves and coriander leaves.mix well check for salt.

👉Take small lemon sized balls from the mixture and flatten it a bit to vada shapes.

👉Deep fry in oil in MEDIUM flame until golden brown colour.

👉Drain the excess oil in tissue paper.

👉Serve the vadas hot with sauce or coconut chutney.

Preparation time-30 mins

Serves-4

Note-

✍️Make sure you drain the water completely from the radish otherwise the vadai will be soggy.

✍️Do not add water for grinding.