Crispy Medu Vada Protein-Rich South Indian Snack

Medu vada, a South Indian snack made from urad dal (black gram), offers several nutritional benefits, including being a good source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals like iron, magnesium, and potassium.


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This medu vada is a classic South Indian delicacy made from high-quality urad dal, carefully ground and seasoned to deliver an authentic, homestyle taste every time. Perfect for breakfast, tea-time snacks, office tiffin, or festive occasions, it’s ideal for families and anyone seeking a tasty yet nourishing option. Rich in protein, fiber, and essential minerals, it supports satiety, digestive wellness, and everyday energy. Enjoy it with coconut chutney, tangy sambar, or as part of a traditional South Indian meal. Prepared hygienically at C O BANUMATHI NO 2 18 2ND STREET CHINNA METTUPAALAYAM KALADIPET THIRUVOTTIYUR NEAR DHARMARAJA KOVIL, it brings comforting freshness and flavorful crunch straight to your plate.

Made from premium urad dal for authentic taste
Rich in protein to support daily nutrition
Good fiber content for better digestion
Crispy outside, soft and fluffy inside
Pairs perfectly with chutney and sambar
Ideal for breakfast, snacks, and guests

Heat oil in a deep pan on medium flame. Wet your hands, shape the medu vada batter into a ring with a hole in the center, and gently slide into hot oil. Fry until golden and crispy on both sides. Drain excess oil on tissue and serve hot with chutney or sambar.

Medu vada is traditionally made from soaked and ground urad dal (black gram). The batter is seasoned with salt, curry leaves, green chillies, ginger, and sometimes black pepper or cumin. It is then shaped into doughnut-like rings and deep-fried until crisp outside and soft inside, creating a classic South Indian snack.

Medu vada can be a relatively healthy snack when eaten in moderation. It is made from urad dal, which is rich in protein, fiber, iron, and magnesium. However, because medu vada is deep-fried, it contains added fat. Pairing it with sambar and chutney makes the meal more balanced and nourishing.

Medu vada is best served hot and fresh. Commonly, it is enjoyed with coconut chutney and hot sambar for breakfast or as a snack. You can also serve medu vada soaked in sambar or curd for sambar vada or dahi vada, creating a filling and flavorful South Indian dish.

Yes, you can store leftover medu vada in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a day. To reheat, use an air fryer, oven, or tawa instead of deep-frying again, which helps retain crispiness with less oil. Fresh medu vada, however, always offers the best texture and flavor.

Medu vada is made mainly from urad dal and has a doughnut shape with a hole in the center, giving it a light, fluffy texture. Other vadas, like masala vada or paruppu vada, are usually made from chana dal or mixed lentils, have a flatter shape, and are denser and crunchier in texture.