Sabudana vada facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Sabu vada |
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| Place of origin | India |
| Region or state | Maharashtra |
| Main ingredients | Tapioca pearls (sabudana), potato, peanuts, ginger, green chili, baking powder, seasoning |
Sabudana vada, also known as 'sabu vada', is a yummy, deep-fried snack from Maharashtra, India. It's a type of fritter that people often enjoy with spicy green chutney and a hot cup of tea. Sabudana vadas are best when eaten fresh, as they are super crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Many people in India also eat them when they are fasting for religious festivals, like during Navratri.
What is Sabudana Vada?
Sabudana vada is a popular snack made mainly from sabudana (which are small tapioca pearls), mashed potatoes, and roasted peanuts. It's a very satisfying and tasty treat. Even though it's deep-fried, it's considered light and filling.
How to Make Sabudana Vada
Making sabudana vada is quite simple, but it takes a little time because some ingredients need to be prepared beforehand.
Here are the main steps:
- Step 1: Prepare the Sabudana. The sabudana (tapioca pearls) need to soak in water overnight. You only need enough water to just cover them. In the morning, drain any extra water.
- Step 2: Prepare the Peanuts. Roast some peanuts and remove their skins. Then, grind them into a coarse powder.
- Step 3: Mix the Ingredients. In a bowl, combine the soaked sabudana, the ground peanuts, and mashed boiled potatoes. You can also add red chili powder, salt, finely chopped green chilies, and fresh coriander leaves for extra flavor. Mix everything together really well.
- Step 4: Shape the Vadas. Take small amounts of the mixture and roll them into balls, a bit smaller than a golf ball. Then, gently flatten them into disc shapes.
- Step 5: Fry the Vadas. Heat some vegetable oil until it's hot. Carefully place the flattened vadas into the hot oil and fry them until they turn a beautiful golden-brown color.
Once they are golden brown, your sabudana vadas are ready to eat!
When to Eat Sabudana Vada
Sabudana vadas are a favorite snack, especially during the monsoon season in India. People love to eat them with a hot cup of ginger tea (called adrak chai). They are also a common food eaten during religious fasts in Maharashtra, for example, on days like Chaturthi.
Images for kids
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Closeup of sabudana vada with chutney
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Sabudana Vada With Yogurt-Celantro Chutni
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Sabudana Wada
