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Isso Vadai (Spicy Lentil Fritters with Shrimp)

Name: Isso Vadai (Spicy Lentil Fritters with Shrimp)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 50 min
Yield: 4 porties
Cuisine: sri_lankan
Ingredients: 250 g red lentil soaked for 2 hours; 0,5 st red onion finely chopped; 2 st green chili finely chopped; 10 st curry leaf finely chopped; 1 tl ginger grated; 1 teentje garlic crushed; 0,25 tl turmeric powder; 1 tl salt; 12 st shrimp peeled, deveined, tail on; 500 ml vegetable oil for deep frying

Isso Vadai are savory, spicy fritters made from red lentils, onions, and green chilies, topped with a whole shrimp. They are a popular street food snack in Sri Lanka, offering a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor.

Een origineel recept van Forkin

Totale tijd: 2 uur 50 min
Porties: 4
Moeilijkheid: Gemiddeld
Per portie: 393 kcal

Glutenvrij

Allergeneninformatie: kan kreeftachtigen en vis bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

250 gred lentil, soaked for 2 hours
0,5 stred onion, finely chopped
2 stgreen chili, finely chopped
10 stcurry leaf, finely chopped
1 tlginger, grated
1 teentjegarlic, crushed
0,25 tlturmeric powder
1 tlsalt
12 stshrimp, peeled, deveined, tail on
500 mlvegetable oil, for deep frying

Keukengerei

wok · deep pan · slotted spoon · food processor · large bowl · wire rack · kitchen thermometer

De bereidingswijze

Stap voor stap

1
Soak the red lentils in cold water for at least 2 hours, then drain thoroughly.
Ongeveer 2 uur
Tip van de kok: Soaking helps soften the lentils for easier blending and a smoother texture.
2
Transfer the drained lentils to a food processor.
3
Pulse the lentils until they form a coarse paste, ensuring some texture remains.
Ongeveer 2 min
Tip van de kok: Avoid over-processing; you want a rustic consistency, not a smooth puree.
4
In a large bowl, combine the lentil paste with the red onion, green chili, curry leaves, grated ginger, crushed garlic, turmeric powder, and salt.
Ongeveer 2 min
5
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Ongeveer 1 min
Tip van de kok: Using your hands can help incorporate everything evenly.
6
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches about 170-180°C (340-350°F).
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for even cooking.
7
Take about two tablespoons of the lentil mixture and flatten it into a small, round patty, approximately 5-6 cm in diameter.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: Wet your hands slightly to prevent the mixture from sticking.
8
Gently press one shrimp onto the center of each patty.
Ongeveer 2 min
9
Carefully slide the vadai into the hot oil, frying a few at a time to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Ongeveer 1 min
Tip van de kok: Overcrowding the pan can lower the oil temperature and make the vadai greasy.
10
Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Ongeveer 8 min
Tip van de kok: Ensure the shrimp is cooked through and opaque.
11
Remove the Isso Vadai from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Ongeveer 1 min
12
Serve hot with a spicy dip or chutney.

Per portie

Voedingswaarden

78%Score

Calorieën: 392,5kcal
Eiwit: 23,2g
Koolhydraten: 39,8g
Vet: 15,8g
Vezels: 7,3g
Suiker: 2,1g

Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.

Goed bewaren

Bewaren

Store leftover Isso Vadai in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Opwarmen

Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes until crispy.