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Moong Dal Chilla

Moong Dal Chilla

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A North Indian high-protein breakfast pancake made from soaked moong dal. Tridoshic and perfect for weight management.

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Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Total

15 min

Servings

2

Calories

205 kcal

Nutrition Per Serving

205

kcal

13g

Protein

27g

Carbs

4.5g

Fat

0g

Fiber

Calorie Breakdown

Protein 26%Carbs 54%Fat 20%
Gluten-FreeLactose-FreeNut-FreeVeganDiabetic-FriendlyBudget-FriendlyKid-Friendly

Ingredients

Servings
2
  • 1 cup Moong dal(Moong Dal)
  • 1 piece Green chilli(Hari Mirch)
  • ½ inch Ginger(Adrak)
  • 1 small Onion(Pyaaz)
  • 2 tbsp Coriander(Dhaniya Patta)
  • ¼ tsp Turmeric(Haldi)

Method

  1. 1

    Soak moong dal for 4 hours.

  2. 2

    Grind soaked dal with green chilli, ginger, and minimal water into a thick batter.

  3. 3

    Mix in chopped onion, coriander, turmeric, and salt.

  4. 4

    Spread the batter thin on a hot tawa.

  5. 5

    Drizzle oil around edges and cook till golden. Flip and cook the other side.

Health Benefits

  • High protein (13g per serving)
  • Low glycemic index
  • Complete protein when paired with rice

Ayurvedic Properties

Dosha Effect

Tridoshic

Best Season

All seasons

Agni Effect

Light, kindles agni

Helpful For

weight managementdiabetes

Tip: Batch-soak Sunday night, refrigerate. Keeps 3 days. Morning batter: 2 minutes in a mixer.

Source: Two Sciences One Plate - Chapter 31

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the health benefits of Moong Dal Chilla?
Moong Dal Chilla offers several health benefits: High protein (13g per serving). Low glycemic index. Complete protein when paired with rice. Tip: Batch-soak Sunday night, refrigerate. Keeps 3 days. Morning batter: 2 minutes in a mixer.
What health conditions is Moong Dal Chilla good for?
Moong Dal Chilla is particularly helpful for: Weight management, Diabetes. It can be included as part of a balanced Indian diet to support these health goals.
How many calories are in Moong Dal Chilla?
One serving of Moong Dal Chilla contains 205 calories, 13g protein, 27g carbs, 4.5g fat, and 0g fiber. It takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 2.
What is the Ayurvedic nature of Moong Dal Chilla?
In Ayurveda, Moong Dal Chilla has the following properties: Dosha effect — Tridoshic. Best season — All seasons. Agni (digestive fire) effect — Light, kindles agni.
Is Moong Dal Chilla suitable for special diets?
Yes, Moong Dal Chilla is Gluten-Free, Lactose-Free, Nut-Free, Vegan, Diabetic-Friendly, Budget-Friendly, Kid-Friendly. This makes it suitable for people with specific dietary needs or restrictions.

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