Semolina medu vadas are a delicious and easy-to-make alternative to idlis. Here's a recipe that you can try:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup semolina (sooji/rava)
  • 1/2 cup yogurt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp ginger paste
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine semolina, yogurt, and water. Mix well and let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Add ginger paste, cumin seeds, black pepper powder, baking soda, and salt to the batter. Mix well.
  3. Heat oil in a frying pan on medium heat.
  4. Wet your hands and take a small portion of the batter. Shape it into a small disc with a hole in the center.
  5. Gently slide the vada into the hot oil and fry until it turns golden brown.
  6. Remove the vada from the oil and place it on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
  7. Serve hot with coconut chutney or any other dipping sauce of your choice.

Enjoy your delicious semolina medu vadas!