Troubleshooting Dense, Hard Dahi Vada
Dahi vada is meant to be soft and subtly sweet. If your dahi vadas are coming out dense and chewy no matter what, it likely stems from a few key issues. With some easy tweaks though, you can get that tender texture.
Common Causes
The urad dal batter base often hardens because:
- Insufficient moisture while frying
- Overmixing thickens the batter
- Under-soaking lentils before grinding
- Vada shapes are too flat or compact
Getting Tender Dahi Vada
- Soak urad dal overnight before blending smooth
- Add a splash of water if batter seems thick
- Fry fluffy round vada shapes in hot oil
- Ensure vadas soak long enough in sweet yogurt
Getting that soft, melt-in-mouth dahi vada texture is easy with well-balanced batter consistency and thorough soaking. Adjusting moisture levels and vada shape prevents denseness. Soon, you’ll be whipping up perfectly tender dahi vada regularly.