Elakkia - Ulunthu Vadai with Coconut Sambal

Ulunthu Vadai with Coconut Sambal is a delicious and addictive Tamil snack made with soft savoury handmade donuts of black lentils spiced with fennel seeds and green chilli. It is typically shaped into small, round balls and deep-fried. Ulunthu Vadai is crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. It has a slightly nutty flavour and a slightly spicy flavour. Ulunthu Vadai is a good source of protein and fibre. It is also low in fat.

Origin: Ulunthu Vadai is believed to have originated in Tamil Nadu, India. The region is known for its rich culinary tradition, and Ulunthu Vadai is one of its most popular snacks. It has been a traditional Tamil snack for nearly two thousand years!

Taste: Ulunthu Vadai has a slightly nutty flavour and slightly spicy flavour. It is typically served with coconut chutney or sambar.

Texture: Ulunthu Vadai is crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. It has a slightly oily texture, which is due to the black lentils.