Dahi Bhalla (Baked Vada in Yogurt)

Method

1. 1Grind urad dal with ginger, chillies and minimal water to a fluffy batter.
2. 2Stir in asafoetida and salt; the batter should be light, not runny.
3. 3Spoon into muffin/idli moulds, brush with oil; bake at 200C for 22 minutes till golden.
4. 4Cool slightly, soak baked bhallas in lightly salted warm water 8 minutes till plump; squeeze gently.
5. 5Beat yogurt with sugar and salt till smooth.
6. 6Arrange bhallas on a plate, pour yogurt over, drizzle chutneys, dust spices, top with boondi, pomegranate and coriander.