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Nutritional Values
320kcal
12gProtein
46gCarbs
10gFat
8gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
Bhalla
How to order / say it
Say it
भल्ला — [Bhal-la]
Order
I would like a plate of bhalla, please.
Locally
मुझे एक प्लेट भल्ला चाहिए।
Say locally
Fried lentil patties in spicy yogurt sauce.
Why try it?
Bhalla is a popular street food in Agra, combining local flavors in a deliciously tangy and flavorful snack. It's emblematic of the dynamic street food culture.
How it tastes
The fried lentil patties are soft yet crunchy, with a cooling and spicy yogurt sauce. A mix of chutneys adds sweetness while spices offer a gentle heat.
Origin & History — first documented: 1920
Bhalla likely evolved from traditional festive foods, gaining popularity as a filling snack in the urban centers of northern India, especially Agra, in the early 20th century.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 200 g urad dal
- 🥛 300 g yogurt
- 🫒 250 ml oil
- 🥣 50 ml tamarind chutney
- 🥣 50 ml mint chutney
- 🧂 1 tbsp spices
Method
- 1 Soak and grind urad dal into a batter.
- 2 Fry spoonfuls of batter until golden.
- 3 Submerge patties in spiced yogurt, drizzle with chutneys.
- 4 Serve immediately for a classic street experience.
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