Ingredients:

• 75g – Urad Dal
• 250g – Chana dal
• 2 to 3 – Red Chillies
• a pinch of Asafoetida
• 2 small Onions
• salt to taste

Method:

1. Wash and soak both the dals separately in water for about 4 hours.
2. Drain and grind to a slightly coarse paste with all the other ingredients with the exception of onions.
3. Add minced onions.
4. Form into round vadas on a wet cloth and deep fry to a golden colour.
5. Drain and serve hot with chutney of your choice.