Easy sabudana vada with arrowroot powder Recipe for Snack | Simple Vegetarian Dish — Simple Breakfast You Can Make Today

A celebrated classic from the Maharashtra culinary tradition, this recipe has been enjoyed by generations of home cooks across India. Start your morning right with a nutritious, energy-boosting breakfast that keeps you going until lunch.

Whether you're a seasoned home chef or a curious beginner, this Easy sabudana vada with arrowroot powder recipe is designed to deliver restaurant-quality results in your own kitchen. The step-by-step video above walks you through every technique — from preparation to plating — so you can cook with confidence.

The recipe uses 5 key ingredients including sabudana (tapioca pearls), arrowroot powder, peanuts, green chilies. Each serving contains approximately 160 calories, with 3g of protein — making it a guilt-free addition to your diet.

Did you know? A fasting-friendly vada where arrowroot replaces potatoes. Fun fact: Sabudana vada was created by Maharashtra’s fasting communities as an energy-dense snack. Arrowroot, a tropical tuber, was introduced by the British as a thickener but became a gluten-free staple. Peanuts add protein, while cumin prevents bloating—an Ayurvedic hack. In Goa, it’s made with coconut milk for extra richness. During monsoons, vendors near Pune’s temples sell these with hot chai, a tradition dating back to Peshwa rule. Today, air-fried versions cater to health-conscious foodies!