Zesty Tawa Moong Dal Cheela Recipe

About this recipe

Zesty Tawa Moong Dal Cheela is a nutritious and flavorful Indian breakfast dish, perfect for a moderate lifestyle. These savory pancakes are made from protein-rich moong dal, blended with aromatic spices and herbs to create a balanced and satisfying meal. Cooked on a hot tawa until golden and crisp, these cheelas pair wonderfully with chutney or yogurt, delivering the perfect combination of taste and health. Ideal for those aiming for weight loss without compromising on flavor, this dish is light yet filling, offering a wholesome start to your day.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Yellow Moong Dal
• - Rice Flour
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 50 g Asafoetida Powder
• medium Chilli Green Long
• 100 g Coriander Leaves
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Red Chili Powder
• 100 g Salt
• 20 g Turmeric Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Wash the moong dal thoroughly and soak it in water for 4-5 hours or overnight.
2. 2. Drain the soaked dal and blend it into a smooth batter using a blender, adding a little water if necessary.
3. 3. Transfer the batter to a bowl and mix in the chopped coriander leaves, green chili, cumin seeds, turmeric powder, red chili powder, asafoetida, salt, and rice flour to create a smooth and slightly thick consistency.
4. 4. Heat a tawa or flat pan on medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
5. 5. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the hot tawa, spreading it evenly into a round shape to form a pancake.
6. 6. Cook the cheela on medium heat for 2-3 minutes until the underside turns golden brown, then flip and cook the other side for 2 minutes.
7. 7. Repeat the process to make more cheelas, adding oil to the tawa as needed.
8. 8. Serve the hot moong dal cheelas with chutney or yogurt for a light and nutritious breakfast.