#Prepare_mash_daal_baray (lentil fritters):

In a blender jug, add white lentil, 1/2 tsp salt with 1/4 cup or as required water & blend well to make a thick paste.

Take out in a bowl and whisk continuously for 4-5 minutes in same direction until the mixture is fluffy.

#Note:

To check the consistency of batter, drop 1 tsp of batter and pour in water, if it sinks, beat again for 2-3 minutes. If batter floats, it's ready to use.

In a wok, heat cooking oil, pour batter with the help of greased spoon and fry baray on low flame until golden.
Let it cool.

Fried baray can be stored in a zip lock bag for up to 1 month in freezer (makes 18-20).

#Note:

if using frozen baray, soak them in hot water until thawed.

In a bowl, add warm water, salt, asafoetida and mix well.

Add fried baray, cover them with a small lid so that they are fully submerged in water for 10-15 minutes.

Take them out from water & squeeze gently to remove excess water.

#Prepare_yogurt:

-In a bowl, add yogurt, salt, sugar and whisk well.
-Add soaked baray in yogurt mixture until serving.

#Assembling:

-In a serving bowl, add prepared dahi baray.
Add papdi, dahi bara/chaat masala, khatti meethi Chutneys and serve!