Moong Dal Pancake
A delightful and nutritious pancake made from split yellow lentils and fresh vegetables, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup moong dal (split yellow lentils) Soaked for 4-5 hours or overnight
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder Adjust according to taste
- to taste Salt
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 tomato, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped Adjust according to taste
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Oil for cooking Use non-stick skillet
Instructions
Preparation
- Soak moong dal in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
- Drain the water and blend the dal with spices (cumin, turmeric, red chili powder, salt) to a smooth batter, adding a little water if necessary.
- Mix in chopped onions, tomatoes, green chilies, and coriander leaves.
Cooking
- Heat a non-stick skillet and add a few drops of oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet and spread it out evenly.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
Notes
Serve hot with chutney or yogurt. Ensure moong dal is soaked long enough for smooth blending. You can also add vegetables like grated carrots or bell peppers for extra crunch.