Moong Dal Cheela
Savory pancakes made from ground moong dal, seasoned with turmeric and coriander.

Total
20 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Moong dal (split yellow)
- 3/4 cup Water
- 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
- 2 tbsp Coriander leaves (fresh, chopped)
- 1 small Green chili (finely chopped)(optional)
- to taste Salt
- 1 tbsp Oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the moong dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 4‑5 hours or overnight.
- 2
Drain the soaked dal, add 3/4 cup fresh water, turmeric, and a pinch of salt; blend to a smooth batter about ¼‑inch thick.
- 3
Stir in chopped coriander, green chili (if using), and adjust salt to taste.
- 4
Heat a non‑stick skillet over medium heat, lightly brush with oil, pour a ladle of batter and spread gently to form a 6‑inch pancake.
- 5
Cook 2‑3 minutes until the edges lift and the underside is golden, flip and cook another 1‑2 minutes.
- 6
Repeat with remaining batter, adding a little oil as needed. Serve hot.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
210
11% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbohydrate | 30 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
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