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Moong Dal Chilla

Nutritious and delicious Moong Dal Pancakes packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Breakfast, Light Meal, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups split yellow lentils (moong dal) Soaked overnight or for at least 4 hours
  • 1 medium onion Chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 medium jalapeno Chopped
  • 1 cup chopped spinach
  • 2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tbsp flax seed powder Optional
  • 1 tsp chilly powder
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 2 tsp ajwain or carom seeds
  • to taste Salt
  • 2 cups water Adjust for batter consistency

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the moong dal in running water and soak them in lukewarm water overnight or for at least 4 hours.
  2. After soaking, drain the water and blend the moong dal to a smooth paste, adding a little water as necessary. The paste should have a thick pouring consistency.
  3. Transfer the paste to a mixing bowl and add the chopped spinach and cilantro.
  4. If using, add the flax seed powder next.
  5. Then, add the chopped onions and chopped green jalapeno.
  6. Add the cumin seeds, ajwain (carom seeds), turmeric, salt, and chilly powder.
  7. Mix well, adding more water if needed, until the batter reaches a pouring consistency similar to dosa batter.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet or crepes pan and pour a ladle full of batter in the center. Spread it out evenly to form a round pancake.
  2. Drizzle oil around the pancake and cook on medium flame for 2-3 minutes, or until brown spots appear on both sides.
Serving
  1. Serve your Moong Dal Pancake hot with ketchup, mayonnaise, or green chutney.

Notes

Leftover pancakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave.