• Urad dal - 1 cup
• Green chillies - 3 no's chopped
• Soda bicarb - A pinch
• Oil for deep frying
• Salt to taste

Ingredients for dahi:

• Curd/yoghurt - 1 cup
• Salt to taste
• Mustard seeds - 1/4 teaspoon
• Asafoetida powder - A pinch
• Curry leaves - 5 no's
• Oil - 1 tablespoon
• Tamarind chutney - 2 tablespoon

Method for Dahi Vada:

• Soak the urad dal in hot water for 2-3 hours.
• Blend in a food processor using very little water till you get a smooth dough.
• Mix in all the remaining vada ingredients .
• Make small balls and fry in oil till golden brown.
• Drain on paper and let them cool to room temperature.
• Add salt to the curd/yoghurt and beat well till it becomes very smooth.
• Prepare the seasoning with mustard seeds, curry leaves and asafoetida.
• Add to the curd/yoghurt and mix well and add vadas .
• Add tamarind chutney on the top.