How to make upvas vada: a crisp, flavor-packed Gujarati fasting snack

There is no lack of delicious snacks in Gujarati cuisine, and fasting vada – also known as Farli Patis or Buff Promise – is one of the best. This crisp, deeply fried happiness is a fasting favorite, especially during Navratri, Ekadashi and Mahashivratri. Made with a flavor-pack stuffing of mashed potatoes and coconut, herbs and dried fruits, it is the correct balance of crunch and comfort. A mixture of ingredients such as sesame seeds, peanuts, fennel seeds, sago flour, deserted salt, and peanut oil makes it a light snack yet, which is ideal for anyone who wants something crispy while fasting.

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Why fasting is the ultimate fasting snack

Finding a snack that keeps you full and really tastes good during fasting, can be difficult, but the fasting saves on both Vada. It is made with fasting materials such as sago flour, deserted salt and peanut oil, ensuring that it sticks to the traditional diet rules. Stuffing, filled with dry coconut, cashews, raisins and sesame seeds, adds texture and nutrients, while potato and sago flour coating brings that signature crisp. In addition, it is easy to whip and connect with a Farli peanut chutney to promote extra taste. This snack is not just about satisfying hunger – it makes fasting a little more enjoyable.

Material:

• 4 medium sized boiled potatoes
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 2 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 2 teaspoons dry coconut powder
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons chopped coriander
• 2 tablespoons sago flour
• 2 tablespoons powder sugar
• Seeded salt (as required)
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
• 1/4 cup cashew nut
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 2-3 finely chopped green chili
• 1 teaspoon ginger paste
• Peanuts

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Fasting Vada Recipe | How to make upvas vada

Step 1: Create Stuffing

• Blend sesame seeds, fennel seeds, and peanuts in a fine powder.
• Transfer to a bowl and mix dry coconut powder, lemon juice, chopped coriander, cashews, raisins and powder with sugar.
• Add chopped green chili, ginger paste and deserted salt. Mix well and keep it aside.

Step 2: Make coating

• Mash the boiled potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.
• Add sago flour and seeda salt, mix well to create a stability like a flour.
• Lightly lubricate your hands and shape the mixture in small balls.

Step 3: Gather Vadas

• Level a potato ball on your palm.
• Keep a spoon stuffing in the center, then gently seal the edges, roll it back to a smooth ball.
• For additional crispness, dust the vadas lightly with sago flour.

Step 4: Fry Wadas

• Heat peanut oil in a deep pan on medium heat.
• Carefully leave 4-5 Vadas in oil and fry until golden brown and crisp.
• Remove them to absorb excess oil and place them on a tissue-interested plate.

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Step 5: Serve and enjoy

• Serve fasting Wadas Hot with Farali Peanut Chutney or Fresh Curd.
• Enjoy this crispy, flavored snack during fasting or delicious tea-time treatment.

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A snack you can enjoy anytime

Fasting vada can be a fasting staple, but it is very good to save only for special occasions. Whether you are fasting or just in the mood of some crunchy and satisfactory, this snack is a winner. With its crispy texture and bold flavor, it is a try for every snack lover!

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