Ingredients

Wash and drain lentils. Soak in water for at least 8 hours.

STEP 1

Strain lentils, reserving water. Add lentils, water, garlic, ginger, red chili and salt to blender.

STEP 2

Process until smooth and transfer to a bowl.

STEP 3

Whisk cumin seeds & baking powder into the batter. Test to see if a drop of batter floats in water.

STEP 4

Gently drop 1 tbsp of batter into hot oil and fry until golden.

STEP 5

Place fried bhallas onto a paper towel lined plate. Place in a water bath for 15-20 minutes.

STEP 6

Whisk yogurt with milk, water and all the remaining spices.

STEP 7

Squeeze out water from bhallas. Place in serving dish and top with yogurt mixture.

STEP 8

Top with chutneys, red onions, chaat masala, red chili and papri.

STEP 9

Serve cold or at room temperature.

STEP 10