Weight loss recipe: How to make moong dal cheela

ET Online Apr 22, 2024

Ingredients

1 cup moong dal, water, turmeric powder, red chili powder, cumin powder, hing, coriander leaves, finely chopped onions and ginger, chillies, salt, oil. Image Source: iStock

Soak the dal

Rinse the moong dal thoroughly in water for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight. Soaking softens the dal, making it easier to grind and digest. Image Source: iStock

Grind the batter

Drain the soaked moong dal and in a grinder add it with some water and grind into a smooth and slightly coarse but pourable batter. Image Source: iStock

Prepare the mix

Take the batter in a mixing bowl and add your spices and veggies. Mix well to combine all the ingredients. Image Source: iStock

Cook the cheela

Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a few drops of oil and spread it evenly. Once the pan is hot, pour a ladleful of batter. Image Source: iStock

Spread and cook

Using the back of the ladle or a spoon, spread the batter gently into a thin, circular shape. Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the cheela. Image Source: iStock

Flip and cook

Let the cheela cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the bottom becomes golden brown and the edges start to firm up. Then, carefully flip the cheela. Image Source: iStock

Cook the other side

Cook the other side of the cheela for another 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Image Source: iStock

Serve hot

Once cooked, slide the cheela onto a plate. Serve hot with your favorite chutney, pickle, or curd. Image Source: iStock