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Gorakhpur's Small Cart, Big Taste: Medu Vada & Idli Sell Out in 4 Hours
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News18•15-02-2026, 18:21
Gorakhpur's Small Cart, Big Taste: Medu Vada & Idli Sell Out in 4 Hours
•Anil's small cart in Gorakhpur sells fresh Medu Vada and Idli daily, selling out in just 3-4 hours due to immense popularity.
•Preparation starts at 4 AM, with Anil and his wife soaking ingredients overnight to ensure fresh batter for vada and idli.
•The special coconut chutney, prepared by Anil's wife, is a key highlight, made with fresh coconut, chana dal, green chilies, and a mustard seed tempering.
•Medu Vada is made from urad dal soaked for 6-7 hours, ground into a thick paste with spices, and fried until golden brown.
•Idli batter, made from soaked lentils and rice, is fermented overnight and then steamed for soft, spongy idlis.