Moong Dal Chilla Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Blender or food processor
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 Non-stick frying pan or griddle
- 1 Spatula
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Serving plates
- 1 Cooking spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup moong dal (yellow split mung beans), soaked in water for 2-3 hours
- 1 green chili, chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ½ teaspoon coriander powder
- ½ teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (coriander leaves)
- ½ cup finely chopped onions
- ½ cup finely chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup grated carrot (optional)
- 1 tablespoons oil or ghee (clarified butter) for cooking
Instructions
Soak Moong Dal:
- Rinse the moong dal under cold water. Soak it in enough water for 2-3 hours. Drain well after soaking.
Prepare Batter:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked and drained moong dal, green chili, and ginger. Blend into a smooth batter, adding a little water if necessary. The batter should be of pouring consistency, similar to pancake batter.
Mix Ingredients:
- Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl. Stir in the cumin seeds, turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder (if using), and salt. Mix well. Add chopped cilantro, onions, tomatoes, and grated carrot (if using) into the batter and stir until evenly combined.
Resting Time:
- Let the batter rest for about 30 minutes. This helps the flavors meld together and makes the chilla more flavorful.
Cook Chilla:
- Heat a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with oil or ghee.Pour a ladleful of batter onto the hot pan and spread it into a thin, round circle. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges start to lift.Flip the chilla and cook the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.Remove from the pan and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the pan as needed.
Serve:
- Serve hot with green chutney, yogurt, or a side salad.
Notes
Enjoy your Moong Dal Chilla, a delicious and nutritious Indian pancake that's perfect for breakfast or a light meal!