Here's how to make crispy Medu Vada at home in just 6 easy steps.

Soak and grind, soak urad dal for 4-5 hours, drain, and grind into a thick, fluffy batter with minimal water.

Prepare the batter, whisk the batter well and mix in salt, cumin, pepper, chilies, ginger, onions, curry leaves, and coriander.

Shape the vadas, wet your hands, take small portions of batter, shape into donut-like vadas, and set aside.

Fry the vadas, heat oil on medium flame, drop in the vadas, and fry until golden brown and crispy.

Drain excess oil, remove from oil and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Serve and enjoy, serve hot with coconut chutney and sambar for a delicious south indian snack.