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Moong Dal Chilla

Delicious and nutritious savory pancakes made from moong dal, packed with plant-based protein and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup moong dal (soaked for 2-3 hours) Soaked to soften
  • 1-2 pieces green chilies Adjust according to your spice preference
  • 1/2 inch piece of ginger Adds flavor
For Mixing
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions For added crunch
  • 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (coriander leaves) Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds Adds aroma
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor
  • as needed Oil or ghee for cooking For cooking the pancakes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain the soaked moong dal and blend it with green chilies and ginger to make a smooth batter. Add little water if necessary. The batter should be pourable but not too thin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the blended batter with chopped onions, tomatoes, cilantro, cumin seeds, and salt. Mix everything until well combined.
Cooking
  1. Heat a non-stick skillet or tawa over medium heat. Apply a little oil or ghee to the surface.
  2. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a circle. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden brown.
  3. Flip it over and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your Moong Dal Chilla hot with yogurt or your favorite chutney.

Notes

Serve with fresh yogurt mixed with herbs or mint chutney and a glass of buttermilk. Experiment with additional vegetables for extra flavor.