Sugar-Free Moong Dal Cheela
Start your day right with a warm and wholesome plate of Sugar-Free Moong Dal Cheela—an Indian-inspired savory pancake that's packed with protein and bursting with flavor. Made from yellow moong dal, this recipe is naturally sugar-free and features aromatic spices like cumin, asafoetida, and turmeric, along with a hint of heat from fresh green chili. The finely grated ginger and chopped coriander leaves add an irresistible freshness to every bite. Perfect for breakfast or as a light snack, these thin, golden cheelas are easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes. Pair them with tangy chutneys or creamy yogurt for a satisfying meal that's both nutritious and delicious. Whether you're eating healthy or exploring vegan-friendly options, these versatile lentil pancakes are sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yellow moong dal (split green gram)
- 1 small, chopped Green chili
- 1 inch, grated Ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 pinch Asafoetida (hing)
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste Salt
- 4 tablespoons Oil
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Coriander leaves
- 0.75 cup, for blending Water
Instructions
Rinse the moong dal thoroughly with water until the water runs clear. Soak the dal in enough water for at least 2 hours. Drain completely.
In a blender, add the soaked and drained moong dal, green chili, ginger, cumin seeds, asafoetida, turmeric powder, and salt. Add 3/4 cup of water.
Blend the ingredients into a smooth batter. It should be of pourable consistency, similar to pancake batter. Adjust water as necessary.
Transfer the batter into a mixing bowl. Stir in the chopped coriander leaves.
Heat a non-stick pan or a tawa on medium heat. Once hot, drizzle a little oil and spread it across the pan.
Take a ladle full of batter and pour it onto the center of the pan. Using the back of the ladle, spread the batter in a circular motion to form a thin cheela, about 6 inches in diameter.
Drizzle a few drops of oil around the edges and on the cheela. Cook it for 2-3 minutes or until the edges start to lift and the bottom turns golden brown.
Flip the cheela gently and cook the other side for another 1-2 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Remove the cheela from the pan and serve hot with chutney or yogurt. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Enjoy your healthy and delicious sugar-free moong dal cheelas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.0 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1226 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 50.0 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 2668 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
