Moong Dal Chilla — Easy & Authentic

Moong Dal Chilla is a delicious and nutritious Indian pancake made from split green gram. Packed with protein, it's an ideal breakfast to kickstart your day.

🥗 Nutrition (per serving)

🥦 Ingredients

Main

• 1 cup moong dal (split green gram)
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• Salt to taste

Vegetables

• 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
• 1/2 cup grated carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
• 2 green chilies, finely chopped

For Cooking

• 2 tbsp oil for frying

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Step 1: Soak the moong dal in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
2. 2Step 2: Drain the soaked dal and blend it with 1/2 cup of water, turmeric powder, cumin seeds, and salt to form a smooth batter.
3. 3Step 3: Transfer the batter to a bowl and mix in the chopped onions, grated carrots, coriander leaves, and green chilies.
4. 4Step 4: Heat a non-stick pan and add a little oil. Pour a ladle of batter onto the pan and spread it into a circle.
5. 5Step 5: Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter.

💡 Chef's Tips

• Tip 1: For extra flavor, add spices like red chili powder or garam masala to the batter.
• Tip 2: Serve with green chutney or yogurt for added taste.
• Tip 3: You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for variation.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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