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Masala Vada Curry Andhra Style
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Vada Pulusu | How to make Masala Vada Curry Andhra Style

Vada Pulusu or the Masala Vada Curry Andhra Style is an interesting gravy made with masala vadas in a tangy gravy.
Course Main Dish – Gravies
Cuisine Andhra Pradesh
Keyword Easy Side Dish for Meals
By Cook Method Deep Fried, Stovetop
Occasion Lunch Box
By Diet Vegan
Dish Type Gravy Side Dishes
Author Srivalli

Ingredients

  • 8 nos Masala Vadas small size
  • 1/2 cup Onions finely chopped
  • 10 nos Shallots / Sambar Onions
  • 1 & 1/2 cups Tomato
  • 20 gms Tamarind big size lemon
  • Salt to taste
  • A Pinch Turmeric Powder
  • 2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
  • 1 & 1/2 tsp Coriander Powder
  • 2 tsp Cooking Oil
  • 5 - 6 cloves Garlic
  • 1 tsp Mustard Seeds
  • 1/2 tsp Fenugreek Seeds
  • Handful Curry Leaves
  • 1 tsp Chana Dal

Instructions

  • We will be either making fresh Masala Vada for this or reuse leftover masala vadas in this recipe.
  • Wash and soak the tamarind to become soft.
  • First, take a kadai and heat cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add fenugreek seeds, mustard seeds, urad dal, chana dal to fry.
  • Saute for a minute, then add finely chopped onions, shallots, garlic, and curry leaves.
  • Cook for 3 mins, next add chopped tomatoes, salt, turmeric powder and mix well.
  • Close with the lid and simmer until the tomatoes are soft.
  • Add red chili powder and coriander powder and combine well.
  • Extract the tamarind extract and add it to the kadai along with water.
  • Cook on high flame for it to boil. Then close and let it simmer for 5 mins.
  • Add the masala vada and again simmer for 10 mins.
  • Serve with steamed rice.
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