Moong Dal Chilla

Moong Dal Chilla

4 servings
Open source
320
Calories
16g
Protein
44g
Carbs
10g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 11 cup moong dal(200g)
  • 21 teaspoon fresh ginger(5g)
  • 31 green chilli(5g)
  • 40.25 teaspoon turmeric powder(0.5g)
  • 50.13 teaspoon hing (asafoetida)(0.2g)
  • 61 teaspoon salt(6g)
  • 71 teaspoon chat masala(4g)
  • 80.5 cup water(120g)
  • 91 teaspoon cilantro(1g)
  • 102 tablespoon ghee(28g)

Instructions

  1. 1Wash the moong dal thoroughly 3-4 times and soak it overnight or for at least 4 hours.
  2. 2Drain the soaked moong dal and transfer it to a food processor.
  3. 3Add fresh ginger, green chilli, turmeric powder, hing, salt, and chat masala to the dal.
  4. 4Add about 1/2 cup water and blend to a smooth batter. Add more water if needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
  5. 5Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium-high heat and ensure it is hot.
  6. 6Pour two scoops of batter onto the pan and spread it gently to form a thin pancake.
  7. 7Sprinkle cilantro on top and drizzle a little ghee around the edges and on top.
  8. 8Cook until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and cook the other side until crisp.
  9. 9Flip once more for extra crispiness if desired.
  10. 10Serve hot.