Description
Pachchi (Raw) Vadiyalu (Fritters) - not a pleasant metaphrase but the actual translation requires understanding the inherent meaning in the phrase. Raw over here refers to raw ash gourd as opposed to ripe ash gourd. Even though these are fritters, in Andhra Pradesh, they are torn to pieces and eaten with rice and ghee.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- Urad dal
- Ash gourd
- Green chillies
- Cumin seeds
- Asafetida
- Salt to taste
Directions
- Soak urad dal for two hours
- Julienne ash gourd and drain overnight in a muslin cloth with a weight on top
- Grind ural dal, green chillies, cumin seeds and asafetida with no extra water
- Mix gourd and ground lentil batter with salt
- Deep-fry in oil