Last Updated:March 12, 2025, 11:15 IST

Holi 2025: Dahi Vada is a festive favourite, enjoyed across India. Made with urad dal, creamy yoghurt, and tangy imli chutney, this classic dish is both delicious and wholesome

With Holi, the festival of colours, just around the corner, kitchens are buzzing with the preparation of delicious festive treats. Among the many special dishes made during this vibrant celebration, Dahi Vada holds a special place, gracing tables in homes throughout India.

This beloved classic, made with urad dal, creamy yoghurt, and tangy imli chutney, is not only a treat for the taste buds but a healthy one too. If you are craving the irresistible flavours of Dahi Vada and want to recreate this simple dish at home in a flash, here is a simple recipe for you.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup urad dal (soaked for 5-6 hours)
• Oil for frying
• ½ cup yoghurt
• 2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp cumin powder roasted
• 2 tbsp coriander leaves
• ¼ tsp black pepper powder
• ½ tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp black salt
• Chat Masala

Recipe

1. To begin, whisk the soaked urad dal batter until it is light and airy.
2. Heat the oil in a pan over a medium flame. Gently drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until they turn a beautiful golden brown.
3. Once cooked, remove the vadas and submerge them in a bowl of salted water.
4. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
5. In a separate bowl, combine the yoghurt, 1 tsp cumin powder, 1 tbsp coriander leaves, salt and black pepper powder.
6. Now, retrieve the fried vadas from the water and gently squeeze out any excess water.
7. Arrange the vadas on a serving dish and generously pour the seasoned yoghurt mixture over them.
8. To finish, sprinkle the remaining cumin powder, chopped coriander, red chilli powder, black salt and a dash of chaat masala for an extra burst of flavour.

Your delicious Dahi Vadas are ready to be enjoyed!