Savala vada: Crispy Kerala-style onion fritters

Perfect with a cup of hot tea, these crunchy onion vadas are easy to make and packed with bold South Indian flavours.

Ingredients

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup gram flour (besan)
• 2 green chillies, finely chopped
• 8–10 curry leaves, chopped
• ½ tsp red chilli powder
• ¼ tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• 2–3 tbsp water (if needed)
• Oil, for deep frying

Preparation

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