BESAN VADAI (THAVALA VADAI)

INGREDIENTS

• Small Onion (Chopped) : 15-20 nos
• Green Chilly (Minced/Chopped) : 2 nos
• Curry Leaves (Chopped) : 2 Strings
• Coriander Leaves (Chopped): 2 tsp 
• Besan Flour('Chickpea flour' in English & 'Kadalamavu' in Tamil) : 1/2 cup
• Baking soda - a pinch
• Red Chili Powder : 1tsp (+/- according to taste)
• Salt : as required
• Water : as required
• Oil : to deep fry

PROCEDURE

1. In a deep bowl mix in the besan flour, baking soda, red chilly powder and salt. Mix them evenly.
2. To this add the chopped onion, curry leaves, coriander leaves, green chilly. Mix them well.
3. Sprinkle water and mix evenly, till u get a thick batter consistency.
4. Note that the vadai batter should be thick, you should be able to pick with your hand. 
5. Now heat oil in a deep frying pan or use a deep fryer.
6. When the oil is hot, pick small amounts of batter and drop it into the oil.
7. Fry the vadai till golden brown, drain and place on a paper towel. 
8. Serve hot with sauce or chutney of your choice.