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Kulthi Dal Chilla (Horse Gram Pancake)

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time5 minsCook Time25 minsTotal Time30 mins

INGREDIENTS
 Kulthi Dal (Horse gram) - 60g
 Rice (White/Brown/Black/Millet)- 40g
 Oil - 20 ml
 Methi Dana (Fenugreek seeds) - 5g
 Ginger – 1 small piece
 Green chillies - 2-3
 Coconut - 2-inch square piece
 Curry leaves – 2 sprigs
 Salt to taste
 Black pepper powder – ¼ tsp
 Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
 Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
 Finely chopped vegetables – onion, red bell pepper, capsicum, grated carrot (seasonal veggies can be used)
 Fresh coriander leaves – handful, chopped
METHOD
🥄 Step 1: Soaking
1

In a mixing bowl, add kulthi dal, rice, and methi dana.

2

Wash thoroughly and soak overnight in enough water.

Step 2: Grinding the Batter
3

The next morning, drain the soaked water.

4

Add ginger, green chillies, curry leaves, and coconut to the soaked mixture.

5

Grind into a smooth, fine paste using a little water as required.

Step 3: Mixing the Batter
6

Transfer the batter into a bowl and add salt, black pepper, coriander powder, and turmeric powder.

7

Mix well.

8

Add finely chopped vegetables and fresh coriander leaves.

9

Add a little water to adjust the consistency of the batter (it should be pourable but not runny).

Step 4: Cooking the Chilla
10

Heat an iron tawa or non-stick pan and grease it lightly with ghee or oil.

11

Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it evenly into a round shape.

12

Drizzle a few drops of ghee/oil around the edges.

13

Cook on medium flame until the bottom turns golden brown.

14

Flip the chilla and cook the other side till crisp and fully cooked.

Step 5: Serving
15

Serve hot with curd, mint chutney, coconut chutney, or chutney of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1

Servings 0


Amount Per Serving
Calories 156
% Daily Value *
Protein 5.05g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.