AMBODE

Ambode

Ambode is a very traditional dish prepared during festivals and many happy occasions. It is mainly based on flavours of chana dal and very simple spices. It can be prepared using different combination of spices. Onions and Garlic can also be used but no problem if you miss out on adding them when you're preparing it on any festival.

Ingredients:
Chana dal (ಕಡಲೆ ಬೇಳೆ) – 250 gms, Green chillies – 5 to 6, Ginger – 1 inch chopped, Cinnamon – ½ inch piece, Grated coconut – ¼ cup, Curry leaves – 10 to 12 finely chopped, Finely chopped coriander leaves – handful, Asafoetida – ¼ spoon, Oil for deep frying, Salt – as per taste.

Ambode


Preparation Method:
  1. Soak the chana dal with cinnamon for 2 to 3 hours. 
  2. Grind the soaked chana dal with cinnamon, green chillies, ginger into not so fine paste. 
  3. Add all other ingredients to chana dal paste and mix well. 
  4. Heat oil for deep frying. 
  5. Take little mixture in hand and pat lightly and drop slowly in hot oil. 
  6. Fry till dark brown and serve hot.

Ambode
 
 Serves: makes upto 25 vadas.

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