Masala Uada (Spiced Lentil Balls With Minted Yoghurt)

Ingridients of Masala Uada (Spiced Lentil Balls With Minted Yoghurt):

• 2 cups channa dal
• 1/2 teaspoon fennel
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 small red chile (or to taste)
• 1 small diced onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped coriander
• 200 ml Greek yogurt
• 3 tablespoons chopped mint leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic