Description
Masoor Dal Chilla Savory Red Lentil Pancakes are a delightful fusion of nutrition and flavor, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, snacks, or light meals. These pancakes are crafted from protein-rich red lentils blended with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables, delivering a satisfying taste that appeals to everyone. Quick to prepare and highly customizable, you can easily adjust the spices and mix in your favorite ingredients to create a dish that’s uniquely yours. Gluten-free and packed with fiber, these savory pancakes provide a wholesome option for health-conscious eaters. Serve them hot with chutney or yogurt for an irresistible meal any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils), soaked for 4 hours
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the soaked masoor dal. Blend it with green chili, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, salt, and water until smooth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the batter with chopped onions, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add oil. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread into a circle.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form; flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve hot with your choice of chutney or yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg