Moong Dal Cheela
Looking for some savory Indian style breakfast? Here is a vegetarian dish which will keep you going for the rest of the day.
Ingredients
| Mung dal | 1 Cup (16 tbs) , soaked for 3 | |
| Chopped green chili | 1 Teaspoon | |
| Chopped ginger | 1/2 Inch | |
| Garam masala | 1/4 Teaspoon | |
| Salt | To Taste | |
| Vegetable oil | 1/2 Teaspoon | |
| For topping | ||
| Cottage cheese | 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) , grated (Paneer) | |
| Coriander leaves | 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) , chopped | |
| For garnish | ||
| Tamarind chutney | 1 Teaspoon |
Directions
GETTING READY
1. Soak mung dal (lentils) in water for 3-4 hours.
MAKING
2. Grind the lentil into a smooth batter along with ginger and green chili.
3. Add garam masala and salt. Mix well and set aside.
For Topping:
4. In a bowl, combine cottage cheese and coriander leaves. Mix well and set aside.
5. Heat a skillet, add oil and pour a ladle full of batter on it. Spread and let cook over medium flame.
6. Add 1 teaspoon of paneer filling in the middle of the chilla and flip. Cook on the other side until done.
SERVING
7. Garnish with tamarind chutney and serve hot!
Recipe Summary
Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Calories 382Calories from Fat 20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3 g4.6%
Saturated Fat %
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol
Sodium 344 mg14.33%
Total Carbohydrates 60 g20%
Dietary Fiber 11 g44%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 28 g56%
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron %
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
