Dahi Bhalla

• 1 cup urad dal (black gram lentils)
• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 tablespoons tamarind chutney
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon red chili powder
• 1 pinch black salt
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
• 1 cup water

Method

1. 1

   Drain the soaked urad dal and blend it with a little water into a smooth batter.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown.

3. 3

   Remove the fried bhallas and soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften.

4. 4

   Gently squeeze out excess water from the bhallas and place them on a serving dish.

5. 5

   In a bowl, whisk the yogurt and season it with cumin powder, red chili powder, and black salt.

6. 6

   Pour the seasoned yogurt over the bhallas.

7. 7

   Drizzle tamarind chutney on top and garnish with chopped coriander.

8. 8

   Serve chilled or at room temperature as a delicious side dish.