Tea Kadai Kara Vadai

Steps

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1. 1
   Combine peas and urad dal flour, soak the peas with water until soft, then drain. Rinse the mixture several times with clean water until the water runs clear.
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2. 2
   Rinse the mixture again and drain excess water thoroughly. The consistency should be moderately moist, not overly wet.
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3. 3
   Process the mixture in a food processor until finely ground to a soft, flour-like consistency similar to bonda batter.
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   Transfer the ground mixture to a bowl. Add chopped onion, grated ginger, chopped chillies, curry leaves, and coriander leaves.
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5. 5
   Add fennel seeds, hing, and salt to season. Mix all spices and ingredients together.
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6. 6
   Add rice flour to bind the mixture. Mix well until the dough reaches a good consistency for shaping.
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   Shape the dough into balls and form them into ring shapes with your fingers, similar to doughnuts.
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   Heat oil in a deep fryer to the right temperature. Carefully place the shaped rings into the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy.
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   Drain the fried kara vadai and let cool. Serve with tea for a perfect aromatic and crispy tea-time snack.
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