Masoor Dal Chilla: Easy Savory Red Lentil Pancakes Recipe
A delightful recipe for savory pancakes made from red lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Water as needed for batter
- Oil for cooking
Instructions
- Soak the masoor dal in water for at least 2 hours.
- Drain the dal and blend it with a little water to form a smooth batter.
- Add turmeric powder, cumin seeds, chopped onion, green chilies, coriander leaves, and salt to the batter.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a circle.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
Notes
- Serve with chutney or yogurt for dipping.
- Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg