Sabudana Vada Recipe for Vrat: A Tasty and Pradhan Fasting Dish

Introduction to Sabudana Vada

Sabudana vada is an iconic fasting recipe in Indian cuisine, especially during various vrats or religious observances. This dish is made from sabudana (tapioca pearls) and aloo (potatoes), both of which are great options for fasting.

Ingredients for Sabudana Vada

1 cup sabudana (tapioca pearls) 2-3 boiled and mashed potatoes 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh coriander (dhaniya) 1/4 cup roasted peanuts 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional: use sendha namak for a vrat-friendly touch) 2 tablespoons oil Optional: jaggery or sugar for sweetness, lending a delightful touch to the dish

Preparation Method

Sabudana should be soaked for 4-5 hours to expand and soften. Mash the cooked potatoes and mix in coriander, peanuts, and salt (or sendha namak for fasting). Add the soaked and drained sabudana to the potato mixture and mix well. Form the mixture into 6-8 small, uniform vada (fritter) shapes. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the vada until they turn golden brown and crispy. Allow the vada to cook through to get that perfect crispy texture. Serve the fried sabudana vada hot and sizzling.

Tips for Perfect Sabudana Vada

Ensure the sabudana is soaked for a sufficient period to make the vada crispy. Mash the potatoes thoroughly to help the sabudana bind well. For fasting purposes, opt for sendha namak (Himalayan pink salt).

Variations of Sabudana Vada for Vrat

There are multiple variations of this classic dish to suit your taste and fasting needs. Some popular additions include:

Green chutney, making it a light and fresh accompaniment Lemon juice to enhance the flavor Incorporating other grains such as kuttu (buckwheat) atta, singhara (lotus seed) atta, or samak rice to create unique variations of the vada

Regardless of the mix-ins, the core recipe of combining soaked sabudana with mashed potatoes along with spices remains the same, providing a satisfying taste that's both aromatic and delicious.

Do try this recipe and let me know if you have any additional tips or variations you'd like to share! Excited to hear your feedback and other creative ideas to enjoy sabudana vada during fasting.