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People travel far for this special Vada in Sultanpur, know the secret
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News18•15-10-2026, 17:58
People travel far for this special Vada in Sultanpur, know the secret
  • •The vada sold at a small shop in Kadipur Khurd village of Sultanpur attracts people from Pratapgarh, Jaunpur, and nearby areas.
  • •Shopkeeper Vinod Jaiswal uses a special blend of red chilies, green chilies, cumin, fresh coriander, and potatoes.
  • •The vada gets its distinct flavor and aroma because it is prepared using mustard oil.
  • •Vinod learned the art of making delicious vadas while working in Mumbai before returning to his village to start his own shop.

Key Questions Answered

Vinod Jaiswal runs his small vada shop in Kadipur Khurd village, located in the Sultanpur district.

The vada is prepared using potatoes, red chilies, green chilies, cumin, and fresh coriander, and it is fried in mustard oil to give it a distinct flavor and aroma.

Vinod Jaiswal learned the art and nuances of making delicious vadas while working in Mumbai before returning to his village to start his livelihood.