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Parippu Vada

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Parippu Vada is a traditional savory fritter from the South Indian state of Kerala, typically enjoyed as an evening snack with tea. The patties are made by soaking and coarsely grinding split chickpeas, known as chana dal, which are then mixed with ingredients like chopped onions, green chilies, ginger, and curry leaves. The mixture is shaped into flat discs and deep-fried in oil until golden and crispy. It is a staple of local tea shops, known locally as chaayakadas.

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Which lentil is used to make Kerala parippu vada?

Parippu vada is commonly made with chana dal, the split form of desi chickpeas. The soaked dal is ground coarsely rather than into a smooth batter, which preserves the fritter's craggy texture.

How is parippu vada different from medu vada?

Parippu vada is a dense, crisp patty based on split chickpeas and visible aromatics. Medu vada uses urad dal batter and is usually lighter, smoother, and shaped like a ring.

What spices and aromatics go into parippu vada?

Common additions include shallots or onion, green chilli, ginger, curry leaves, and sometimes fennel. The mixture is shaped into flat patties and deep-fried until its edges are dark and crisp.

What is traditionally served with parippu vada in Kerala?

It is a familiar tea-time snack served with hot chai, especially at small eateries and tea shops. Coconut chutney may accompany it, but a freshly fried vada is also commonly eaten on its own.

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