Masoor Dal Chilla
Masoor Dal Chilla is a light, protein-rich Indian breakfast made with soaked red lentils, basic spices and fresh veggies. It cooks quickly, tastes great and keeps you full for long.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Wash masoor dal well and soak it in enough water for at least 4 hours.
- Drain the water and add the dal to a grinder. Add turmeric, cumin and a little salt. Grind it to a smooth batter using very little water.
- Transfer the batter to a bowl. Mix in onions, green chilli, coriander and red chilli powder.
- Heat a non-stick tawa on medium flame. Grease lightly with a few drops of oil.
- Pour a ladleful of batter and spread gently like a chilla. Cook for 2–3 minutes until golden.
- Drizzle a few drops of oil on the edges, flip and cook the other side for 1–2 minutes.
- Serve hot with green chutney or curd.
Notes
You can add grated carrot, capsicum or spinach to make the chilla more nutritious. Adjust batter consistency with a little water if needed.