Bara

Newari black lentil patties - crispy on outside, soft inside

• - 2 cups black lentils (urad dal), soaked overnight
• - 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• - 2 green chilies, minced
• - 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• - 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• - 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• - 1/4 teaspoon asafetida
• - Salt to taste
• - Oil for frying

1. 1

   Drain soaked lentils. Grind into a thick, smooth paste without adding water. The batter should be thick enough to hold shape.
2. 2

   Add onion, chilies, ginger, turmeric, cumin seeds, asafetida and salt. Mix well.
3. 3

   Let batter rest for 30 minutes.
4. 4

   Heat oil in a flat pan. Drop spoonfuls of batter and flatten into round patties.
5. 5

   Fry on medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
6. 6

   Drain on paper towels.
7. 7

   Serve hot with achar or as part of a Newari feast.