Ram Ladoo is a popular North Indian street snack made with soaked moong dal batter, whipped till airy and deep-fried into crisp, fluffy fritters. It’s traditionally served without chutney inside, topped with crunchy radish salad and spicy green chutney.

What is Ram Ladoo?

Ram Ladoo is a deep-fried snack prepared from soaked and ground moong dal, flavoured with ginger and green chilli. The batter is whipped till light so the fritters turn airy inside and crispy outside.

Main Ingredient of Ram Ladoo:

1. Soaked moong dal – 1 cup

2. Radish leaves – ½ cup

3. Green chilli – 2

4. Ginger – 1 inch

5. Salt – to taste

6. Black pepper – ½ tsp

7. Rice flour – 1 tbsp (for crispiness)

What Is So Special About Ram Ladoo?

1. No fermentation required
2. Light, fluffy texture without baking soda
3. Classic Delhi street-style flavours
4. Perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and crunchy

Quick and Easy Ram Ladoo:

Soak, blend, whip, fry, and assemble — that’s all it takes to recreate this iconic chaat at home.

How to Make Ram Ladoo

1. Blend soaked moong dal with radish leaves, green chilli, ginger, salt, pepper, and rice flour to a thick paste.

2. Whip the batter vigorously till light and fluffy. Test by dropping a spoon of batter in water — it should float.

3. Deep fry spoonfuls of batter till golden and crisp.

4. Grate carrot and radish, add salt and lemon juice, and mix well.

5. Blend coriander, radish leaves, green chilli, ginger, salt, oil, and water to make green chutney.

6. Assemble fritters, top with salad, green chutney, and imli chutney.

Expert Tips:

1. Whipping the batter well is key to soft ladoos.

2. Fry on medium heat for even cooking and crisp texture.

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Ram Ladoo Recipe

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Category

Snack / Chaat

Servings

3

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Calories

300

Crispy Delhi-style Ram Ladoo made with whipped moong dal batter, topped with crunchy radish salad and chutneys — a classic street food favourite.

Author:

Samridh

Ingredients

• Moong dal batter (prepared)

• Oil – for frying

• Grated carrot & radish – 1 cup

• Lemon juice – 1 tsp

• Green chutney – as required

• Imli chutney – as required

Directions

1. Fry whipped batter till crisp and golden.

2. Top with radish-carrot salad and chutneys.

3. Serve immediately.

Recipe Note

Always whip the batter just before frying for maximum fluffiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.