Bara | FoodieAtlas

Ingredients

1 cup urad dal (black gram split pulses)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 green chilies, finely chopped
2 tablespoons ginger, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 cup fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
Oil for frying

Instructions

Prepare the Dal

Soak urad dal in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Drain the water and grind the dal into a smooth batter. You can use a food processor or wet grinder.

Mix the Ingredients

Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl.

Add finely chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, garlic, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, garam masala, coriander leaves, and salt. Mix well.

Heat Oil

Heat oil in a deep frying pan or kadai over medium heat. You need enough oil to submerge the Bara.

Shape and Fry

Take a small portion of the batter and shape it into a small patty or round shape. You can use your fingers or a spoon for this.

Carefully slide the shaped batter into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Fry the Bara until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Drain and Serve

Remove the Bara from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.