Moong Daal Ka Cheela - Savory Moong Bean Pancakes

Cheela is a versatile savory pancake, ideal for a wholesome breakfast or as an accompaniment to various gravy dishes.

Category Tags:

DinnerLunchSide DishBreakfast

Cuisine Tags:

Indian

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Instructions

  1. Thoroughly wash the moong, then combine it with dry red chiles, cumin seeds, and asafoetida powder in a large bowl, covering it fully with warm water to soak overnight.

  2. The following morning, drain the soaked ingredients and grind them into a fine, pourable paste with the consistency of pancake batter, adding water as necessary. Incorporate grated ginger, chopped coriander, and salt, then mix well.

  3. Heat a griddle or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and coat it lightly with cooking oil.

  4. Pour a ladle of batter onto the hot pan, spreading it into a 6-inch circular shape, and cook for one minute.

  5. Drizzle additional oil over the cheela, then lift the edges and flip it, continuing to cook until the second side turns golden.

  6. Remove the cheela from the pan and serve immediately with your choice of chutneys.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 188 kcal
Carbohydrate: 22 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fiber: 9 g
Protein: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Sodium: 380 mg
Sugar: 3 g
Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g